CEFR B1

update

verb

Meaning

To make something more modern or up-to-date by adding new information or changing it.

Examples

Can you update me on the project's progress?
I need to update my resume before applying for jobs.

Synonyms: refresh, modernize, rectify, amend

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update (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈʌpˌdeɪt/

Definition

To make something more modern or up-to-date by adding new information or changing it.

Examples

Can you update me on the project's progress?
I need to update my resume before applying for jobs.
The news website updates its articles throughout the day.

How to Use update

update on (prepositional phrase): To provide the latest information about a situation or event. — "The doctor will update us on her condition."
update to (prepositional phrase): To bring something up to the latest standard or version. — "We need to update the system to the newest version."
update something (collocation): To add new information or make changes to something. — "She updated her social media profile."

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