just in the nick of time
Example Sentences
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It built up those reserves just in the nick of time.
From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026
A construction vehicle toppling, with its driver escaping a life-changing accident by jumping out just in the nick of time as Disney himself talks up how there have been very few accidents.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026
But now, just in the nick of time, the team is finally doing something inspiring.
From Slate • Aug. 1, 2023
“This agreement comes just in the nick of time to save this little toad from extinction,” he said.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 1, 2022
Thankfully, the ruckus in the henhouse had summoned Dr. Westminster back from his rounds; he came jogging in just in the nick of time.
From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood
