at the last minute
Example Sentences
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Trade talks collapsed at the last minute late on Friday night, with both sides accusing the other of demanding last-minute changes to a tentative deal.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
Over the weekend, Carney said US negotiators had sought restrictions on Canadian trade deals with other countries at the last minute.
From Barron's ● Aug. 25, 2026
The words are randomly chosen at the last minute for Moynihan to insert within the prepared scripts, one of the people said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
Shoppers would see the total price before they pay for a ticket — but it may be at the last minute.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Claire dropped a small velvet ring box into Liyana’s hand at the last minute and ran home crying.
From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye
