last minute
Example Sentences
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In 2000, Bill Clinton switched presidential planes at the last minute while traveling from India to Pakistan, using a decoy aircraft carrying Secret Service agents.
From Barron's ● Aug. 11, 2026
The good news is that you’re planning ahead, rather than making these decisions at the last minute.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 8, 2026
A couple have praised staff at three restaurants that stepped in to save the day when they were let down by wedding caterers at the last minute.
From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026
Originally, I was given a small role but at the last minute they combined that one with another for a much bigger part—as Brenda Meeks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
At the last minute, I put on a necktie.
From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg
