last minute

Example Sentences

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But the BMA ended the talks and said the deal - and in particular its pay progression element - had been watered-down at the last minute.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

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

The table fills with supermarket vegetables, tubs of hummus, bags of chips, brownies purchased at the last minute.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

Every year a few storms fixed their sights on New Orleans, and they always petered out at the last minute.

From "I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005" by Lauren Tarshis