the latest
noun
informal
1
: the most recent news or information about something
Have you heard the latest?
2
: the most recent or modern version of something
—+ in
The store carries the latest in home improvement products.
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Instead, the latest barrel strength release walks a balanced line between the bold characteristics of a well-aged rye and aromas familiar to drinkers more acclimated to bourbon.
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David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
In addition to the rule changes that favor hitters, Jenkins said the torpedo bats are just the latest thing in baseball that will help them.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2025
On the latest episode of The View From The Lane, Danny Kelly, Jay Harris and Jack Pitt-Brooke discussed whether Tottenham are simply just a below-par team this season.
—The View From The Lane, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
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—Nick Romano, EW.com, 5 Apr. 2025
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David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 6 Apr. 2025
In addition to the rule changes that favor hitters, Jenkins said the torpedo bats are just the latest thing in baseball that will help them.
—Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 5 Apr. 2025
On the latest episode of The View From The Lane, Danny Kelly, Jay Harris and Jack Pitt-Brooke discussed whether Tottenham are simply just a below-par team this season.
—The View From The Lane, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2025
Sign up for Entertainment Weekly's free newsletter to get the latest trailers, celebrity interviews, film reviews, and more.
—Nick Romano, EW.com, 5 Apr. 2025
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“The latest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20latest. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.
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