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update v. t.

To make corrections or to add new information to (a document) so as to include the most recent information; as, we update the sales database every night; the book was updated and sold as a new edition. Used often of computerized data bases and documents.

To inform (a person) of the most recent information concerning a topic; as, I updated the director on the status of the project.

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Collaborative International Dictionary of English 0.48

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... landmark counterterrorism standards and best practices that have been adopted by international standard-setting organizations. But our obligations are not static. We will collaborate with our partners to update and tailor international obligations to meet the evolving nature of the terrorist enemies and threats we face. We also will work to ensure that each country is both willing and able to meet its counterterrorist responsibilities. ...

— National Strategy for Combating Terrorism - September 2006 • United States

Words linked to "Update" : news, computer technology, modify, word, tidings, intelligence, inform