updates

verb

present tense third-person singular of update
as in redesigns
to adapt to modern needs, taste, or usage the movie is basically a retelling of the tried-and-true Cinderella story, updated for today's hipper audiences

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Recent Examples of updates That flexibility could prove important as the Army introduces new mission equipment and updates cockpit systems over the Chinook’s service life. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Aug. 2026 Businesses, especially small ones, must prioritize ongoing, modular training that updates frequently and certifies actual competency, not just attendance. — Terdawn Deboe, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Pipeline updates In the pharmaceutical industry, there's always a focus on what's coming down the pike because patents don't last forever. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026 Katie keeps a close eye on Bath & Body Works’ offerings every week and consistently updates our B&BW sales roundup. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 5 Aug. 2026 FlavorCloud only updates tariff rates after new rules officially take effect rather than when proposals are announced, but Sharad expects governments worldwide to continue tightening customs enforcement. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 3 Aug. 2026 If a state takes a position contrary to Beijing’s interests, China can tighten the screws on it by withholding spare parts, software updates, and technicians, turning a commercial partnership into a tool of leverage. — Natalia Cote-Muñoz, Foreign Affairs, 3 Aug. 2026 Human control and drone swarms The drone strike kits would also enable SkyFall’s Shrike drones to receive future software updates that could enable a single human operator to command an autonomous swarm of drones to attack targets. — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 3 Aug. 2026 Injury updates Miguel Rojas (ankle) was available off the bench despite exiting Saturday’s game after fouling a ball off his foot. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for updates
  1. redesigns
  2. remakes
  3. modernizes
  4. streamlines
Verb
  • This process works fine until someone redesigns the page and that ID changes.
    — Asad Khan, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • Subaru redesigns its midsize SUV without deviating from winning formula.
    — Charles Singh, USA Today, 15 July 2026
Definition of redesigns
Verb
  • Because until the state follows through and remakes all streets around the limits of the human body, fallible people will remain primarily responsible for road users’ safety.
    — Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 6 Aug. 2026
  • That’s just a piece with what the show so far is doing best, and what Disney remakes could be doing more of, making something spiritually true, but also boldly new, out of a story everyone remembers.
    — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 24 July 2026
Definition of remakes
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  • The thoughtful reformulation modernizes the scent with a crisper citrus top note, a mossier base, and improved longevity.
    — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Each project modernizes the experience without fundamentally altering the character that generations of fans recognize instantly.
    — Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of modernizes
Verb
  • Their concerns centered on Yolo County’s agricultural-exemption permitting, which streamlines construction of buildings used for agriculture by exempting them from most safety standards and inspections.
    — Daniel Lempres, Sacbee.com, 30 July 2026
  • The declaration streamlines contracting and avoids the sometimes lengthy wait for permits needed for the work.
    — Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 June 2026
Definition of streamlines

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