last minute

Example Sentences

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But they said he was a challenge for supervisors and frustrated line prosecutors and federal agents, frequently turning in work late or at the last minute.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

She entered the race to challenge Bass, her one-time ally, at the last minute, hours before the early February filing deadline.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

At the last minute, India agreed not to veto an extension -- but only for a maximum of two years.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

"Again in the last minute, again after an opportunity to score ourselves and again we leave the pitch with a disappointing result," he told Sky Sports.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

The businessman must have checked his watch at least a dozen times in the last minute, and then finally he let out a loud groan.

From "Nine, Ten: A September 11 Story" by Nora Raleigh Baskin