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

“You’re like, ‘Why do you get to be late?

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 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

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

“We’ve got to go. Papi doesn’t like employees to be late, you know.”

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina