be late

Example Sentences

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“All that matters” is when the actual peak in the memory cycle comes, Klein said in a note to investors, adding that that could be late next year or in early 2028.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

Jenrick managed to be late to his own defection, in the latest dollop of farce on a day groaning with drama, jeopardy, skulduggery and plotting.

From BBC • Jan. 15, 2026

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

Now, however quickly you are going and whatever gear you’re in, you’re likely to be late on the next upshift.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 23, 2025

When Momma comes in my room telling me I’m gonna be late if I don’t get a move on, I ain’t surprised.

From "The Skin I'm In" by Sharon G. Flake