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the last minute
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the final moment or deadline to do something
IdiomWhat 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.
Przykład
Her fickle nature made it difficult to plan anything, as she often changed her mind at the last minute.
His goalkeeping kept the score tied until the last minute.
The understudy stepped into the lead role at the last minute when the main actor fell ill.
The team has an outside chance of scoring in the last minute, but it would take a miracle.
She felt forlorn after her friends canceled their plans at the last minute.
