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last minute

[min-it] / ˈmɪn ɪt /
PHRASE
latest possible moment
Synonyms
WEAK
belatedly eleventh hour high time
ADJECTIVE
last-second
Synonyms
STRONG
behind belated eleventh-hour late overdue tardy

Example Sentences

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Another person said she was able to book a flight last minute through Spirit to attend her grandfather’s funeral.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

John Logsdon, a member of the Westchester/Playa Neighborhood Council, said he threw his name into the ring at the last minute after billionaire developer Rick Caruso and L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Speaking to BBC Wales on Monday, Sir Ed also said the visit was done at the last minute.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

A summit between Petro and Rodriguez had been scheduled for March in the Colombian border town of Cucuta, but was cancelled at the last minute.

From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026

It’s a pretty good turnout, especially since this search party came together last minute.

From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks