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
It was early in the morning - shortly before 05:00 BST - and her bus was delayed, leaving her worried she would be late for her shift.
From BBC ● May 8, 2025
I would be late for school so often.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2024
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
“Sir, where’s Miss Love? She’s go’n be late for the train!”
From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns
