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the latest

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  1. Also, the latest thing. The most recent development, as in fashion or the news. For example, Wearing straw hats to the beach is the latest thing, or Have you heard the latest about the royal family? [Colloquial; late 1800s] Also see the thing.


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Find insight on crude futures, Saudi Aramco, TotalEnergies and more in the latest Market Talks covering energy and utilities.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2026

It is understood the latest problem at the maternity hospital has been caused by chemical flushing aimed at dealing with the original issue of bacteria in the water system.

From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026

A report into the latest problems at the new maternity building said there were several critical issues which could "compromise the long-term safety and operability of the building" if not addressed.

From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026

Burbank-based post-production studio Roundabout Entertainment plans to lay off 81 employees, the latest sign of contraction in L.A.’s struggling film and TV industry.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026

Far into the night he’d play over the latest games by himself—from tournaments in places ranging from England to Latvia to Yugoslavia to Bulgaria—and he’d hiss and scream as he followed the moves.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady

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