last word

noun

Definition of last wordnext
as in latest
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time a swimsuit that is the last word in sportswear this season

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Recent Examples of last word That last word was key, and key to Denver’s rationale with the contract adjustment. — Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 2 June 2026 Kristen asks the chefs for any last words before the judges decide who will move on to the finale. — Caroline Framke, Vulture, 2 June 2026 That’s because language and sequencing is everything; every last word will be parsed and debated; every connection between one element and another scrutinized. — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 30 May 2026 The wildfire at last word was 26% contained after growing to nearly 17,000 acres, according to Cal Fire. — Bill Hutchinson, ABC News, 20 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for last word
Recent Examples of Synonyms for last word
  1. latest
  2. trend
  3. craze
  4. rage
  5. vogue
  6. enthusiasm
  7. style
Noun
  • The latests stats mean AI music has exploded by 650% in 16 months.
    — James Peckham, PC Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
  • The latests forecasts show a new round of storm systems will increase rain chances across much of Northern California and the Central Valley in the coming days.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 9 Feb. 2026
Definition of latest
Noun
  • Submissions will be evaluated on creativity, distinctive musical identity, and understanding of global trends, with AI use strictly prohibited.
    — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • There are limits to this model, however Replicating this success at scale won’t be easy, said Paul Dergarabedian, head of marketplace trends for Rentrak.
    — Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of trend
Noun
  • The famous question Fermi asked many years ago in the wake of the UFO craze and the Roswell incident and all of these sightings of flying saucers.
    — Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 9 July 2026
  • Swig, the originator of the dirty soda craze, has signed a 13-unit development deal with a local franchisee to open the drive-thru-centric soda shops in locations that will include Naperville, Crest Hill, Romeoville and Bolingbrook.
    — Rick West, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026
Definition of craze
Noun
  • Another patient, a Black woman in her mid-40s who had built a career on moving through professional spaces with precision, described the same sudden rage, the same anxiety.
    — Dr. Sarah Berg, Time, 9 July 2026
  • It’s also actually filed charges in another case involving a road-rage incident.
    — Hanna Rosin, The Atlantic, 9 July 2026
Definition of rage
Noun
  • Shop crochet ballet flats, peplum tops, capris, and more styles Rounick and Lewis say will be en vogue this summer, starting at just $8 on Amazon.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
  • The word currently in vogue might be AI or artificial intelligence, but the technology to look forward to is definitely quantum.
    — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 25 June 2026
Definition of vogue
Noun
  • Volunteers hosted happy hours and trivia nights that helped generate enthusiasm for a generational shift from Collins, 73, to Platner, 41.
    — Kimberlee Kruesi, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • In the backdrop to Sutherland, Bocco, Maraval and Barker’s enthusiasm for the new TIFF Market, there’s uncertainty about how many international film professionals will make the trip this year.
    — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 9 July 2026
Definition of enthusiasm
Noun
  • Miles of security fencing now surround the National Mall, with extensive road closures and airport-style screening at entrances to both the Great American State Fair and the Salute to America event.
    — Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026
  • This pretty jean skirt has a stretchy drawstring waistband and two deep front pockets that add a laidback touch to the midi style.
    — Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026
Definition of style

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