at the eleventh hour

Example Sentences

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But after a backlash from campaigners, survivors and bereaved families, the amendments were pulled at the eleventh hour.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

With the ceasefire due to expire earlier this week, US President Donald Trump announced an indefinite extension at the eleventh hour, to allow more time for peace talks brokered by Pakistan.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Any chance of Oseguera González reaching a deal seemed to evaporate last year when he backed out of a plea at the eleventh hour after changing attorneys.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 18, 2024

He found that, despite thousands of new documents being introduced to the case at the eleventh hour, no harm was done and there was no need to delay the trial further.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2024

More woe was in store for him, for at the eleventh hour, Julia was also hired by the Ashtons, who would soon need a baby nurse of their own.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood