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adjective

ˈlā-təst How to pronounce latest (audio)
Definition of latestnext
as in final
following all others of the same kind in order or time the latest news reveals many details we didn't know before

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Relevance

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latest

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noun

as in trend
a practice or interest that is very popular for a short time following the latest in design

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Recent Examples of latest
Adjective
The video is the latest in a lengthy stream of controversies the probation department has faced in recent years. — James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2023 Seh-lynn Chai is the latest in a series of searing memoirs by North Koreans who beat the odds and reached safety in free countries. — Melanie Kirkpatrick, WSJ, 14 Feb. 2023
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, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for latest
Recent Examples of Synonyms for latest
  1. final
  2. trend
  3. last
  4. craze
  5. latter
  6. vogue
  7. closing
  8. rage
Adjective
  • That deficit set off a litany of Boise chances in the final 10 minutes.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026
  • That momentous draw came in the final group-stage game of the prestigious tournament.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
Definition of final
Noun
  • In January, a World Economic Forum report estimated that new technology, alongside other economic and demographic trends, will create 170 million roles and displace 92 million others by 2030.
    — Rachel Barber, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • This trend, however, sparks concerns about a looming leadership crisis.
    — Cindy Rodriguez Constable, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of trend
Adjective
  • The 7-2 Kessler missed most of last season because of a shoulder injury.
    — Broderick Turner, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
  • Deivis Ramos hasn’t cried since his daughters were killed in last Wednesday’s earthquakes.
    — Isa Soares, CNN Money, 1 July 2026
Definition of last
Noun
  • After recently joining the brand ambassadorship craze by naming Spanish music sensation Bad Gyal as their brand’s first ambassador, the Dsquared2 founders are adding a male counterpart to this new strategy by tapping another local talent.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 3 July 2026
  • And, now, the secret is out on where to get a taste of the latest flavor craze to hit in the Charlotte area — a rich, savory beef broth.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026
Definition of craze
Adjective
  • The two latter nations will face off on Friday.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026
  • The anime adjacent series shown in the presentation’s latter half, for Turner, show its impact.
    — Kambole Campbell, Variety, 23 June 2026
Definition of latter
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
Adjective
  • During the post-closing ceremony panel, the jury president showed a sense of humor when discussing the challenges of serving as the leading member of the voting committee for a prestigious film festival, like being away from the phones all morning.
    — Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 23 May 2026
  • This is covered in a standard inspection, often called a pre-drywall or pre-closing inspection.
    — Ryan Brennan May 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
Definition of closing
Noun
  • He’s been known to blow up legislation, make surprise nominations, rage-post about sitting Republican lawmakers and retaliate by endorsing their primary opponents.
    — Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • Maybe that's why, in a moment when the country feels eggshell brittle, riding has become such an essential outlet for me—a way to turn my rage into forward motion.
    — Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026
Definition of rage

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