update
verb (used with object)
to bring (a book, figures, or the like) up to date as by adding new information or making corrections.
are updating
-
present progressiveof update.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
It’s “an emerging job, with the most growth observed in the way workers are updating their titles once hired,” Mar Carpanelli, LinkedIn’s head of AI and skills research, told MarketWatch.
From MarketWatch ● May 9, 2026
“We are updating the CDC’s website to reflect gold standard, evidence-based science,” HHS spokesman Andrew Nixon said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 20, 2025
In addition to restoring the marble, workers also are updating fountains, plumbing and electrical systems that date to the building’s opening in 1935.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 12, 2023
"We're always exploring ways to improve our members' experience. We can confirm that we are updating the pricing of our plans in certain countries," a Netflix spokesperson said.
From BBC ● Feb. 23, 2023
With rates climbing toward 7%, some experts are updating their forecasts.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 12, 2022
