be late for
Example Sentences
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Meanwhile, a customer fumed that she was going to be late for work at the port: Her car key was in the pocket of the man ICE had taken away.
From Slate • Oct. 27, 2025
Santos claimed to be late for a date with his boyfriend Luigi Magione.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 19, 2025
Other tips: Don’t be late for your timed entry or you could be shut out of the park.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 17, 2024
"Even if you have to be late for something, stop."
From BBC • Sep. 4, 2023
After all, he couldn’t be late for work, could he?
From "Thirteen Reasons Why" by Jay Asher
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