last minute

Example Sentences

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A standoff over the Fed’s independence delayed Warsh’s confirmation up until almost the last minute.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Raman, who had endorsed Bass’ reelection before throwing her hat in at the last minute, came off as inexperienced, touchy and unprepared.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

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

Dodds said she was unable to meet Sir Ed in Cardiff because of another engagement and that his visit was arranged at "the very last minute".

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

I played out the nightmare over and over in my mind—the last day, the last hour, the last minute, liberation so close, then my luck would run out.

From "The Boy on the Wooden Box" by Leon Leyson