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
Death penalty states generally allow last statements from the execution chamber, but Texas catalogs the prisoners’ last words online, except for vulgar and racist language or what sounds unintelligible.
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Erik Ortiz, NBC news, 20 May 2026
In fact, King Charles has even opened up about his father’s last words to him.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 17 May 2026
In his last words, Busby asked a room full of witnesses, including family members of Crane's, not to hate him and to find it in their hearts to forgive him.
—Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 15 May 2026
But he's still haunted by Gloria's last words on that 911 call.
—Paul Larosa, CBS News, 3 May 2026
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Erik Ortiz, NBC news, 20 May 2026
In fact, King Charles has even opened up about his father’s last words to him.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 17 May 2026
In his last words, Busby asked a room full of witnesses, including family members of Crane's, not to hate him and to find it in their hearts to forgive him.
—Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 15 May 2026
But he's still haunted by Gloria's last words on that 911 call.
—Paul Larosa, CBS News, 3 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for last word
Noun
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The latests stats mean AI music has exploded by 650% in 16 months.—
James Peckham,
PC Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
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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
Noun
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From the ’90s well through mid-2000s, shoe trends stayed in their lane.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
9 June 2026
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To battle the troubling trend, Suffolk County District Attorney Ray Tierney created a partnership with 20 big-name box stores to crack down on the shoplifting ring.—
Carolyn Gusoff,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
Noun
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Despite growing up with the warnings of skin cancer, Gen Z is falling for the tanning craze that befalls most generations.—
Sam Woodward,
USA Today,
12 June 2026
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That also means a lot of those opportunities are conflicted out for beauty brands still looking to get in on the sports craze.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
10 June 2026
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Director Max Winkler worked closely with the two actors to create a rapport that could inform their face-offs, which operate on rage and fear.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
6 June 2026
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This has brought some understandable pre-tournament rage.—
Dave Hyde,
Sun Sentinel,
6 June 2026
Noun
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And saving money is always en vogue.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
5 June 2026
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That’s a big reason why the idea of retooling on the fly has become more en vogue, with the Washington Capitals and Boston Bruins (among others) recently pursuing paths that didn’t rely on bottoming out.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
Noun
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That principle has crumbled so far in the face of Wembanyama’s combination of incomprehensible on-court abilities, youthful enthusiasm and cosmopolitan-unto-eccentric savoir faire.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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Sharon Ruff, 81, was attracted to Santos’ classes by the eclectic mix of music, and loves the instructor’s energy and enthusiasm.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 June 2026
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Chicagoans have a deep reverence for the thick, unique pizza style, and Cornell and Stevenson said visitors from the Windy City have claimed Zelda’s is the most authentic version of the pie in California.—
Sean Timberlake,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Get the latest fashion stories, style, and tips, handpicked for you, everyday.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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“Last word.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/last%20word. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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