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referring to the second of two things mentioned
- n the debate between the two proposals, the latter argument was more compelling.
- Among the two books recommended by the professor, I found the latter one more insightful.
- The company offered two payment plans, and I opted for the latter option because it offered better terms.
- Between her first and second job offers, she chose the latter opportunity because it aligned better with her career goals.
- Of the two holiday destinations, we decided to visit the latter one due to its proximity to the beach.
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closest to the end of a particular period of time, event, etc.
- During the latter stages of the project, the team encountered unforeseen challenges.
- As we reached the latter days of summer, the weather grew cooler and more pleasant.
- The latter part of the meeting focused on addressing questions and concerns raised by attendees.
- The latter stages of the tournament will determine the ultimate winner.
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having occurred recently
- The region has faced multiple droughts, but the latter ones have been particularly severe.
- The company's earlier products were successful, but the latter releases struggled to capture the market.
- The town had survived several disasters, but the latter calamities were the most devastating.
- The latter developments in the case shed new light on the investigation.