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[uhp-deyt, uhp-deyt, uhp-deyt] / ʌpˈdeɪt, ˈʌpˌdeɪt, ˈʌpˌdeɪt /


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The update came on July 10, the original expiration date set for TPS holders’ work authorizations.

From Salon Jul. 13, 2026

"Din has been found. Please wait for an update on his condition. Hoping for his safety," the band said in a social media post.

From Barron's Jul. 13, 2026

One residence was damaged and a minor structure was destroyed, according to an incident update.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 12, 2026

It’s built into enough of a mystery that Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, a Democrat, wrote an open letter to McConnell on Wednesday requesting that he update Kentuckians on the status of his health.

From Slate Jul. 11, 2026

She had nearly missed the midmorning update, and now it looks like the news will be preempting more and more programming—which means she won’t be going home anytime soon.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman

The Ministry of Justice did not provide updates on individuals, but said the most dangerous offenders were blocked from early release and anyone who was released faced tough restrictions.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

How to follow: Watch on BBC One and iPlayer, listen to full Radio 5 Live commentary on BBC Sounds and follow live text updates on the BBC Sport website and app.

From BBC Jul. 12, 2026

This meant locals eager for a sniff were juggling schedules and watching for updates.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

Investors are warming up to Meta Platforms’ artificial-intelligence strategy after the company’s most recent business updates.

From MarketWatch Jul. 9, 2026

She had stopped checking for updates on how Mr. Griswold was doing because she was afraid the news would be bad.

From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman

The financing surprised investors because it came before the company reported second-quarter earnings, when plans for borrowing, AI capital expenditures and monetizing tend to be updated.

From MarketWatch Jul. 13, 2026

Responding to the government's updated music plan, the music industry said it was "very excited to be working with" ministers to improve access and opportunities for young musicians.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

The research introduces an updated approach to black hole thermodynamics that works even when black holes are changing over time, potentially offering new insights into how they form, merge, and slowly evaporate.

From Science Daily Jul. 13, 2026

It has been longer since Apple updated its desktop models, the Mac Studio, Mac Mini and iMac.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 12, 2026

We updated Mom and Dad on our theories about the Cavanaughs.

From "Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus" by Dusti Bowling

He also raised revenue and EPS estimates, updating his models based on committed revenues from new business model contracts.

From MarketWatch Jul. 13, 2026

"The police are pursuing multiple lines of enquiry to establish the motivation for this attack. I will be updating the House further this afternoon," Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

For years, vacancies rendered the agency unable to perform major parts of its work, contributing to long delays in updating voting-system guidance.

From Salon Jul. 11, 2026

It is updating paint and bathrooms in Cracker Barrel restaurants, but has no immediate plans to resume the extensive store remodeling that sparked so much outcry.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 11, 2026

And if you want me to keep updating you, you'll apologize for doubting me.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth




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