Thesaurus results for UPDATE

update

verb

ˌəp-ˈdāt

Definition of update

as in to redesign

to adapt to modern needs, taste, or usage the movie is basically a retelling of the tried-and-true Cinderella story, updated for today's hipper audiences

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Recent Examples of update Secure Justice has updated its data and now says that 93 jurisdictions (up from 90) have ended Flock contracts this month alone. — Cyrus Farivar, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026 Providers may update model versions, change serving infrastructure or retire older versions, and a model that behaved well on Tuesday can behave differently on Thursday. — Marcin Nowak, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 This story has been updated to correct one reference to Mercedes-Benz Stadium. — Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Federal government agencies, including the FCC, have already updated their maps to reflect the name change. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for update

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For a traditional company with decades of legacy systems, using AI to redesign a core process may represent a major departure from the norm.

— Jeff DeGraff, Fortune, 31 Aug. 2026
Federal courts considering the order have already found core sections legally void, ultra vires and likely unconstitutional, concluding that the executive branch has no authority to unilaterally redesign mail voting rules.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of redesign

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McConville said each year this grant helps supplement the district’s ag program by providing resources to modernize curriculum, enhance facilities and equipment, purchase essential supplies and connect students with real-world career pathways.

— Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
Ryan undertook extensive restoration work after acquiring Castleton, modernizing the home without sacrificing its historic character.

— Mark David, Robb Report, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of modernize

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And while von Furstenberg gravitated to something more minimalist and streamlined for her look, there’s plenty of options out there for the more flamboyant sun-seekers, too.

— Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026
From apps to self-service kiosks, technology has streamlined travel while quietly reducing the human connections many travelers once enjoyed.

— Christopher Elliott, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of streamline

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From Carlsbad to Malibu to Santa Cruz, erosion is already remaking the maps of popular beaches in dramatic ways.

— Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
New York — After successfully remaking the Whopper, Burger King is now shifting its focus from patties to poultry.

— Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026

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