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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.
例子
He often waits until the last minute to make important decisions.
Despite careful preparation, the business deal began to fall through at the last minute.
They arrived at the last minute before the movie started.
The lead actor fell ill, and they had to find someone to stand in at the last minute for the crucial scenes.
The student procrastinated on their homework, lying around in bed until the last minute.
