eleventh hour

Example Sentences

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"My mum cancelled making Nicola’s dress in the eleventh hour despite how excited she was to wear her design, forcing her to urgently find a new dress."

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

The school district also tried to radically change its argument at the eleventh hour by expanding it.

From Slate • Jul. 9, 2025

The surprising announcement came at the eleventh hour of his presidency and sparked celebration among the amendment's backers.

From Salon • Jan. 17, 2025

Mr Scott said it now felt as though the industry was working together to solve the issue but described it as the "eleventh hour".

From BBC • Oct. 3, 2024

Then he said quietly: ‘Up to the last moment—up to the eleventh hour, we will beg the Governor’s permission for the ships’ return to London with their cargo.

From "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Hoskins Forbes