the last moment
Example Sentences
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Butler is a former UUP deputy leader and has twice considered running for leadership, only to withdraw at the last moment.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
At the last moment, the price jumped to $170.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 5, 2026
Harry's spokesman said it was "disappointing" the offer to be hosted by his father King Charles III had been "withdrawn at the last moment", in a statement sent to AFP.
From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026
In 2022, Schlamminger was ready to reveal the result but stopped at the last moment after realizing that a subtle air pressure effect could influence the measurement.
From Science Daily ● May 18, 2026
She executed a perfect double back-flip, twisting around at the last moment to face Gregor’s direction, and landed on the ground as lightly as a cat in front of Boots.
From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins
