last
例子
We missed the last train home, so we had to call a taxi.
我们错过了回家的最后一班火车，所以不得不叫了一辆出租车。
After a long day, she finally finished the last chapter of her book.
经过漫长的一天，她终于完成了书的最后一章。
1.1
最后的, 最不可能的
being the least probable or appropriate choice in a given situation
例子
She was the last person I expected to win the competition, given her lack of experience.
考虑到她缺乏经验，她是我最不期望赢得比赛的人。
He is the last person I would trust with my secrets.
他是我最不愿意信任的人，不会把我的秘密告诉他。
例子
In our department, he holds the last position, which means he handles the least important tasks.
在我们部门，他担任最后的职位，这意味着他处理最不重要的任务。
In the competition, she finished in last place, but she was proud to have participated.
在比赛中，她获得了最后一名，但她为参与感到自豪。
例子
I visited my grandparents last weekend.
我上周末去看望了我的祖父母。
Last year was one of the hottest on record.
去年是有记录以来最热的年份之一。
例子
Her last painting sold for a record price at auction.
她的最后一幅画在拍卖会上以创纪录的价格售出。
The last movie I watched was a thriller, and it kept me on the edge of my seat.
我观看的最后一部电影是一部惊悚片，它让我坐立不安。
例子
In his last breath, he whispered a final goodbye.
在他最后的一口气中，他低声说了最后的告别。
His last words were filled with love and appreciation for his family.
他的最后话语中充满了对家人的爱和感激。
04
最后的, 仅存的
being the sole one left or still in existence
例子
She was the last survivor of the plane crash.
她是飞机失事的最后幸存者。
They were the last remaining members of the original team, and they celebrated their long friendship.
他们是原始团队中最后剩下的成员，他们庆祝了他们长久的友谊。
to last
例子
The concert lasts for two hours, showcasing the band's greatest hits.
The meeting lasted for over two hours, much longer than we anticipated.
例子
Despite years of use, the old leather jacket has lasted remarkably well and still looks stylish.
尽管使用了多年，这件旧皮夹克仍然保持得非常好，看起来仍然很时尚。
If you store your tools properly, they will last longer.
如果你妥善存放你的工具，它们会更耐用。
2.1
持续, 维持
to exist in sufficient quantity until it is no longer available
Intransitive
例子
The promotion is valid while the supplies last.
促销活动在供应持续期间有效。
This special offer on electronics is available only while stock lasts, so do n’t miss out!
这个电子产品的特别优惠仅在库存持续期间提供，所以不要错过！
例子
They bought enough supplies to last the entire camping trip.
他们买了足够的物资以维持整个露营旅行。
We have enough water to last for the entire hike.
我们有足够的水来维持整个徒步旅行。
2.3
坚持, 维持
to sustain oneself in a challenging situation
Intransitive: to last sometime
例子
After trying to quit smoking, he realized he could only last a few hours without a cigarette.
在尝试戒烟后，他意识到没有香烟他只能坚持几个小时。
I hope she will last in her new position at the company for at least a year before considering a move.
我希望她在公司的新职位上至少能坚持一年，然后再考虑调动。
例子
Despite a serious illness, the patient fought to last long enough to see the birth of his first grandchild.
尽管病情严重，这位病人还是努力坚持到足够长的时间，以看到他的第一个孙子出生。
The old oak tree has lasted for centuries.
那棵老橡树已经持续了几个世纪。
last
01
上次, 最近
used to refer to the most recent time at which an event occurred
例子
I last saw her at the coffee shop last week.
我上次见到她是在上周的咖啡店。
The team last won the championship in 2019.
该队上次在2019年赢得了冠军。
02
最后
used to indicate that something or someone comes after every other item or person
例子
In the race, he finished last but was proud of his effort.
在比赛中，他获得了最后一名，但为自己的努力感到自豪。
She was the last to arrive at the party, as everyone else had already started celebrating.
她是最后一个到达派对的人，因为其他人都已经开始庆祝了。
例子
First, we ’ll discuss the budget, then the timeline, and last, the implementation strategy.
首先，我们将讨论预算，然后是时间表，最后是实施策略。
Last, we should consider the environmental impact of the project before making any final decisions.
最后，我们应该在做出任何最终决定之前考虑项目的环境影响。
Last
01
最后, 最终
the final instance of seeing, hearing, or mentioning someone or something, often implying no further contact or sight after that point
例子
After the argument, it was the last we heard from them for weeks.
争论之后，那是我们几周来从他们那里听到的最后消息。
That was the last we saw of him before he disappeared into the crowd.
那是我们在他消失在人群中之前最后一次见到他。
02
最后, 上一个
the most recent instance of a specified timeframe
例子
I went hiking the week before last, and it was a fantastic experience.
我上上周去徒步旅行，那是一次奇妙的经历。
The night before last, I watched a thrilling movie that kept me on the edge of my seat.
前天晚上，我看了一部让我坐立不安的惊悚电影。
03
最后, 最终
the final person, thing, or event in a sequence, coming after all others
例子
The last of the runners crossed the finish line just before sunset.
最后一名跑步者在日落前刚刚越过终点线。
After a long evening, the last of the guests finally left the party.
经过漫长的夜晚，最后一位客人终于离开了派对。
04
鞋楦, 鞋匠的模具
a solid form, typically made of wood or plastic, used by shoemakers to shape or repair shoes and boots to a specific size and design
例子
The shoemaker used a wooden last to ensure the shoe fit perfectly.
鞋匠使用木制鞋楦以确保鞋子完美合脚。
Custom shoes are often built on a last made specifically for the customer ’s foot shape.
定制鞋通常是在专门为顾客脚型制作的鞋楦上制作的。
05
最后一句话, 结束
the concluding comment in a discussion, often implying that no further instances will follow
例子
After much deliberation, I finally shared my last on the matter.
经过深思熟虑，我终于分享了我对此事的最后意见。
His last was filled with emotion, as he reflected on their years together.
他的最后充满了情感，当他回忆起他们在一起的岁月时。
例子
She lived fully and bravely until her last, surrounded by family.
她勇敢而充实地生活到生命的最后一刻，被家人包围着。
She held onto her memories until the last, cherishing every moment of her life.
她紧紧抓住她的记忆直到最后，珍惜她生命中的每一刻。
