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at the last minute



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In August, Stewart had to abruptly cancel a Cincinnati show at the last minute for a “minor medical procedure.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 28, 2026

Crucially, Chelsea nipped in at the last minute to sign Willian from under the noses of Spurs, who might argue that was only because of the secret payments.

From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026

This would push down prices and allow Europe to inject more gas into storage at the last minute.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 9, 2026

The countries were close to an agreement until, poof, the cease-fire blew up at the last minute with each side blaming the other.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 23, 2026

It came in so low, it had to climb at the last minute to clear the barn.

From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson




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