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latter

[lat-er] / ˈlæt ər /


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During the pre-show, guests can explore tarot books and uncover slips of paper hidden in them that prompt us to answer questions or complete poems — the latter will figure into the performance.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Dominion’s shares were trading at such a discount—about a quarter lower than NextEra’s forward earnings multiple—that the latter was able to offer a hefty premium without denting its earnings growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

The latter could provide a much-needed publicity makeover amid people’s general skepticism External link of the technology.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

In the case of Soundgarden, it was the latter, and by the time the reader reaches that part of the book, it’s not difficult to understand why it happened.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

She wrote also with great pleasure of her brother’s being an inmate of Mr. Darcy’s house, and mentioned with raptures some plans of the latter with regard to new furniture.

From "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen




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