Definition of last minute
: the moment just before some climactic, decisive, or disastrous event
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Meaning, the customer doing a week’s worth of shopping for a family of eight doesn’t clog the self-checkout line any more than the one who just popped into the store for a last minute, forgotten ingredient.
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Healthcare providers across the state say immigrant patients are canceling appointments or waiting until the last minute to seek care for their child's toothache.
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Fico held to his post until the last minute, hoping the resignation of his protege, Interior Minister Robert Kalinak, on Monday would appease protesters and the coalition Most party, which had asked for his dismissal.
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Cook pasta per package directions, adding green beans to the pot during the last minute.
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Once pancetta is cooked, cook pasta to al dente, 3 to 4 minutes, adding peas during last minute of cooking; reserve 1 cup pasta cooking water, drain pasta and return to pot.
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The 29-year old completed the scoring in the last minute, rifling an unstoppable effort past Schemeichel to complete a memorable night for the Argentinian.
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During last minute in oven, melt a slice of Swiss cheese over each burger.
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Congress is expected to vote on the deal by the end of the week, barring last minute obstacles.
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