under the wire

Example Sentences

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Pastoria is sliding in just under the wire, as projects must start construction by July or begin running by the end of next year.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

This passes, just under the wire, as humor because of the rhyme.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 21, 2025

Another combo that I want to sneak in under the wire: Mexican Hot Chocolate Chip Cookies with dulce de leche ice cream.

From Washington Times • Aug. 7, 2023

Eeli Tolvanen completed the accuracy shooting challenge just under the wire, knocking down his last target as time ran out.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 22, 2023

At the bottom of the meadow they went under the wire fence.

From "Miracles on Maple Hill" by Virginia Sorensen