just in the nick of time
Example Sentences
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It built up those reserves just in the nick of time.
From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026
But now, just in the nick of time, the team is finally doing something inspiring.
From Slate • Aug. 1, 2023
“Father Christmas Is Back,” and just in the nick of time, in this 2021 holiday comedy.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 7, 2021
She qualified for Medicaid, and just in the nick of time: A few weeks earlier, she had been diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, a chronic digestive disorder.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 25, 2020
“No, Boots! No, no! No jump!” said Gregor, catching her just in the nick of time.
From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins
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