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The phrase "the recent" is correct and usable in written English
It can be used when referring to something that has occurred or been relevant in the near past.
Example: "The recent developments in technology have changed the way we communicate."
Alternatives: "the latest" or "the current"
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the recent
adjective
Having happened a short while ago.
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BUT the recent G.A.O.
Here's the recent UK record.
Present at the recent event.
The recent fight over Pres.
Consider the recent presidential debates.
Those are the recent exceptions.
Writer discusses the recent elections.
Tells about the recent midterm election.
Confused by the recent events in Ukraine?
AROUND CITY HALL about the recent N.Y.
Given the recent volatility, pundits are cautious.
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