Pronunciation: /læst ˈmɪnɪt/
noun a moment or period of time that is very close to a deadline or the end of a process
A1 I always pack my suitcase at the last minute before a trip.
A2 She finished her homework at the last minute and barely made it to class on time.
B1 The team made a last-minute decision to change their strategy for the game.
B2 The company's success was largely due to their ability to make important decisions at the last minute.
C1 The politician's last-minute announcement caused a stir in the media.
C2 The director's last-minute changes to the script improved the overall quality of the film.
adjective occurring or done at the latest possible time before an event
A1 I packed my suitcase at the last minute before leaving for the trip.
A2 She always does her homework at the last minute.
B1 The decision to cancel the event was made at the last minute.
B2 The team made a last-minute change to their presentation to include new data.
C1 The last-minute addition of a new speaker added excitement to the conference.
C2 Despite the last-minute changes, the project was completed successfully.
adverb at the latest possible time before an event
A1 I always pack my bags at the last minute before a trip.
A2 She finished her homework at the last minute.
B1 He made a last minute decision to change his flight.
B2 The team scored a last minute goal to win the game.
C1 Despite the last minute changes, the project was completed on time.
C2 The actress made a last minute appearance at the awards ceremony.
formal The project was completed at the last minute before the deadline.
informal I always leave things until the last minute and end up rushing to finish them.
slang I totally procrastinated and did it at the last minute.
figurative He always comes up with brilliant ideas at the last minute.
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