at the last minute
Example Sentences
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"Delays, hidden costs, and deals collapsing at the last minute are not only bad for homebuyers, it's bad for the economy too," she said.
From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026
Desperate to save the card, the UFC tapped Al Iaquinta to step up at the last minute.
From Slate • Jun. 14, 2026
Instead, it was a sad affair, thrown together at the last minute and unable to book anyone more interesting than Kid Rock as a headliner.
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026
He does, however, point out some drawbacks: either the trip is often cancelled at the last minute, or the drivers don't answer calls.
From Barron's • May 31, 2026
“Yes. She misses us and wanted to come at the last minute, to celebrate our birthday,” I reply as the rain outside shouts louder as if to drown out my lies.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
