last minute

Example Sentences

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But they said he was a challenge for supervisors and frustrated line prosecutors and federal agents, frequently turning in work late or at the last minute.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

She entered the race to challenge Bass, her one-time ally, at the last minute, hours before the early February filing deadline.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

At the last minute, India agreed not to veto an extension -- but only for a maximum of two years.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

"When you are driving there are times you don't see them until the very last minute and these, with the cars bigger, it's harder to swerve out of the way."

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

"But I had to change the menu at the last minute."

From "Scream for Ice Cream: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #2" by Carolyn Keene