last minute

Example Sentences

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Instead, it was a sad affair, thrown together at the last minute and unable to book anyone more interesting than Kid Rock as a headliner.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

He does, however, point out some drawbacks: either the trip is often cancelled at the last minute, or the drivers don't answer calls.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

The two sides were close to a settlement last week, but discussions fell apart at the last minute.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

But she had to pull out at the last minute, telling fans on Thursday that she had to cancel due to sickness.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

A number of things had to fall in place for our evacuation, and that Sunday, July 30, they came together at the last minute.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez