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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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After months of negotiations, they agreed on a fair price, but he decided to go back on the deal at the last minute.
The event was called off at the last minute due to low attendance.
They frequently experience a rush of adrenaline when completing tasks at the last minute.
Their presentation seemed scrappy, with slides thrown together at the last minute.
Finding that lost key in the last minute was a stroke of luck, allowing us to start the car just in time.
