1
: extending up to the present time : including the latest information
up-to-date maps
2
: abreast of the times : modern
up-to-date methods
up-to-dately adverb
up-to-dateness noun

Examples of up-to-date in a Sentence

demanded the most up-to-date computer system available I'm afraid that I'm not up-to-date on that issue
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Colleges and universities work closely with businesses to create programs that ensure workers are equipped with the most up-to-date and applicable skills. Catherine Wehlburg, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025 Keep your browser and extensions up-to-date: Outdated software is a goldmine for cybercriminals. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 8 Mar. 2025 What This Means For You For the most up-to-date information on adult immunizations, the CDC remains one of the most reliable sources of information. Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 7 Mar. 2025 Adoption fee: $75, including microchip registration, spay/neuter and up-to-date vaccinations and a one-year license if his new home is in the jurisdiction of San Diego Humane Society’s Department of Animal Services. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for up-to-date

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of up-to-date was in 1887

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“Up-to-date.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/up-to-date. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

up-to-date

adjective
1
: coming up to the present time
up-to-date maps
2
: knowing, being, or making use of what is new or modern
up-to-date methods
up-to-dateness noun

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