last but not least

idiom

used to say that a final statement is not less important than previous statements
The television is big, has an excellent picture, and last but not least, it's cheap.

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Recent Examples on the Web And, of course, there is Chicago — one of the largest and most historically, culturally, and architecturally significant cities in the country that has captivated many with its world-class sports teams, arts and entertainment scenes, and, last but not least, deep-dish pizza. Dobrina Zhekova, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2024 This Solstice-class vessel also boasts an onboard nightclub, popular among party-centric travelers, a striking Grand Foyer, and, last but not least, the Solstice Club. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2024 Chocolate Donut is still in the running with 21% of the vote, and last but not least, PB&J had the remaining 18%. Jenna Anderson, Sunset Magazine, 29 Feb. 2024 And last but not least, the simple, tasty porchetta — pork belly rolled and roasted until the skin was deep brown and crackling. Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 18 Jan. 2024 And last but not least, Dawn Fallik, veteran journalist and assistant professor at the University of Delaware, returned to Philadelphia. Cynthia Billhartz Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 31 Jan. 2024 And last but not least, the automotive world isn’t staying in the garage for the 2024 road to Ad Meter ratings glory, with Kia back in the game, BMW returning after a year off, and Volkswagen pulling up for the first time since 2014. Rick Suter, USA TODAY, 25 Jan. 2024 In the span of a single evening, the pop star managed to mark several milestones: winning her first two Grammy awards, paying homage to Tina Turner with a show-stopping performance, and last but not least, formally introducing the world to her boyfriend. Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 5 Feb. 2024 And last but not least, Cardamom 1974, a warmer, sensual scent, which was sweetened with vanilla and gourmand notes. Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 3 Feb. 2024

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“Last but not least.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/last%20but%20not%20least. Accessed 28 Apr. 2024.

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