last resort

Example Sentences

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Experts say wolves attack humans or livestock only as a last resort when they are starving, preferring less dangerous prey such as small antelopes.

From Barron's

Cox terminated access only as a last resort.

From The Wall Street Journal

Delta Air Lines said cancelations are a last resort and that if a new itinerary no longer fits a passenger’s travel needs, it will provide full and timely refunds to those eligible.

From Barron's

It doesn’t work for a struggling university program that would be a third tenant viewed as a last resort.

From Los Angeles Times

The BBC also heard landlords were grappling with financial pressures - while the body representing lenders said seeking to repossess a home was "always a last resort".

From BBC