latter

adjective

ˈla-tər How to pronounce latter (audio)
Definition of latternext
as in latest
following all others of the same kind in order or time the multiplex was showing a comedy and a horror film, and we decided that the latter would be more fun to watch

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Recent Examples of latter But publishing houses are loath to entirely bar authors from using AI, because there are other ways it can usefully be deployed, such as to check grammar and conduct research—although there are risks in handing that latter job to a chatbot. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 17 Aug. 2026 However, that latter plan would mean a need for more parking, which could potentially impact the site under consideration. — Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026 In that latter role, the liberal Wyman emerged as a voice of caution in the Democratic Party on the state’s unfunded liabilities for pensions and retiree health care. — Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 12 Aug. 2026 This latter requirement is contingent on very strong or extreme geomagnetic activity. — Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 10 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for latter
Recent Examples of Synonyms for latter
  1. latest
  2. last
  3. final
  4. closing
Adjective
  • The video is the latest in a lengthy stream of controversies the probation department has faced in recent years.
    — James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2023
  • The American Western drama is the latest of Taylor Sheridan's ever-growing Yellowstone franchise surrounding the legacy of the Dutton family from west of the Mississippi.
    — Sabrina Park, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Feb. 2023
Definition of latest
Adjective
  • Colbert also made a virtual appearance last week to accept the award for outstanding achievement in variety, talk or sketch from the Television Critics Association Awards.
    — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • ReelShort catalogue titles will be available on Vidio starting on September 1 through the dedicated Short Drama tab, launched by Vidio last year, for subscribers on the TV Extra, Platinum, Platinum Extra, and Ultimate packages.
    — Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of last
Adjective
  • Analysts point out that this is very likely the final World Cup of Ronaldo's career.
    — , CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • On her final day, a report said she was asked to join The View.
    — Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of final
Adjective
  • The question is whether the post-closing company can afford to do all of it while servicing that debt, integrating two enormous businesses, achieving the synergies its financing assumes, funding streaming and deleveraging on schedule.
    — Joseph M. Singer, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026
  • In my experience, IP analysis also impacts post-closing integration assumptions around product and platform continuity, as well as revenue protection mechanisms tied to exclusivity and licensing integrity.
    — Keegan Caldwell, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of closing

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“Latter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/latter. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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