last resort

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However, Citi research analysts say the RBI has signaled its willingness to wait until second-round inflation effects are apparent, and interest rate defense of the currency would be a last resort.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The Sentencing Council for England and Wales states even in very serious cases courts should prioritise rehabilitation for children and use custody as a last resort.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The Sentencing Council for England and Wales says that even in very serious cases, courts are expected to prioritise rehabilitation for children and use custody only as a last resort.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Some teenagers feel betrayed by the bans, which mall owners implement as a last resort despite courting Gen Z shoppers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

But police involvement was more of a last resort.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall