last resort
Example Sentences
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These factors, and others, convinced the judge that he could not detain the boys because the guidelines for sentencing children say that custody is a "last resort", with the priority being rehabilitation.
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
However, Citi research analysts say the RBI has signaled its willingness to wait until second-round inflation effects are apparent, and interest rate defense of the currency would be a last resort.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
That plan initially failed and a last resort was discussed of teaching the trapped men how to scuba dive and swim out.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
Some teenagers feel betrayed by the bans, which mall owners implement as a last resort despite courting Gen Z shoppers.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026
He only uses the hyperspace button as a last resort.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
