last minute

Example Sentences

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While dozens of fans have reported issues with travel permits being revoked at the last minute, thousands have already completed the journey.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

But when the Laramie County Board of Commissioners met two weeks later, the item was pulled at the last minute.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

"I'm pretty free range," said mother Deng Ju, standing across from the exam hall holding a stack of practice books for her daughter, revising last minute with her friend nearby.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

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

At the last minute, lying on his stomach with his feet dangling below, he reached for the grill and set it back in place.

From "Stormbreaker" by Anthony Horowitz