update
verb (used with object)
to bring (a book, figures, or the like) up to date as by adding new information or making corrections.
updates
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pluralof update.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
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present tense formof update (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
updateverb (used with object)to bring (a book, figures, or the like) up to date as by adding new information or making corrections.
Example Sentences
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For recent Puerto Rico updates, particularly important information included satellite estimates of soil moisture, along with weather measurements and observations of streamflow and well conditions, Mocko said.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 4, 2026
In neighbouring Nepal, authorities have given regular updates on the rising number of dead and display names of the missing, while national media show images of families openly grieving.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
"At this point I'm working with my team and doctors to get healthy, but I'm not sure if I will be ready to compete at Ultimate Championships next week. More updates to come."
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
“These updates follow our long-standing policy for bodies of water with names that vary from country to country,” Google said in a blog post.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
“Ms. Parker and Mr. Fabian have been sharing good updates with me about your progress.”
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
