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the last minute
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the final moment or deadline to do something
What is the origin of the idiom "the last minute" and when to use it?
The idiom "the last minute" originated from the concept of time management and deadlines, emphasizing the urgency and pressure felt as a task or decision needs to be completed within the remaining time. Its exact origin is uncertain, but it has become a widely used expression in English around the 19th century. It is often used to highlight the significance of time and the need for efficiency.
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I know I'll be browned off if they cancel our plans at the last minute.
The student procrastinated until the last minute and found themselves boxed into a corner, forced to pull an all-nighter to complete the assignment.
Unfortunately, the concert was canceled at the last minute, disappointing fans who had eagerly anticipated the event.
He didn't mention the party until the last minute, catching us by surprise.
If they cancel the concert at the last minute, he will do his nut and demand a refund.