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Recent Examples of last ditch
In a last ditch effort, the determined rescuers brought in an excavator and devised a plan that would save the animal’s life.
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Ronnie Li, USA Today, 30 July 2025
The 33-year-old socialist Mamdani, who has said the Boston mayor Wu is his role model, will now face Cuomo again in November in what’s shaping up as a last ditch, uphill battle to keep the far left from taking over New York City.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 15 July 2025
The use of force was a last ditch effort to end a nuclear program built and backed by a government intent not only on terrorizing its own people but also on exporting mayhem abroad.
—Hadley Gamble, semafor.com, 24 June 2025
The lie here is senseless, not made as a last ditch effort to keep his relationship with Ellie intact.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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Ronnie Li, USA Today, 30 July 2025
The 33-year-old socialist Mamdani, who has said the Boston mayor Wu is his role model, will now face Cuomo again in November in what’s shaping up as a last ditch, uphill battle to keep the far left from taking over New York City.
—Joe Battenfeld, Boston Herald, 15 July 2025
The use of force was a last ditch effort to end a nuclear program built and backed by a government intent not only on terrorizing its own people but also on exporting mayhem abroad.
—Hadley Gamble, semafor.com, 24 June 2025
The lie here is senseless, not made as a last ditch effort to keep his relationship with Ellie intact.
—Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for last ditch
Noun
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Few things tackle grease better than hot water and dish soap.—
Wendy Rose Gould,
Martha Stewart,
7 Mar. 2026
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The National Audubon Society recommends cleaning with hot water, a weak vinegar-and-water solution, or a hydrogen peroxide-and-water solution, rather than dish soap, due to the potential for harmful residue.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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New York — For months, investors and analysts have kept a close eye on the shadowy corner of finance known as private credit, where alarm bells have stoked fears of a repeat of the 2008 financial crisis.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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Designed for small patios, balconies, and gardens, the three-piece set includes a weather-resistant oval table and two chairs that easily tuck into nooks and tight corners.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Beyond caffeine fixes, the counter serves fresh pastries, like Banana Nut Sticks (banana bread baked in madeleine pans so every bite is browned to perfection) or heartier fare, like grits bowls and breakfast tacos on the weekends.—
Colleen McNally Arnett,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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Right now, there is broad suspicion that the fix is in.—
Mark Lamster
Architecture Critic,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Director Michael Uppendahl says the decision to shift the focus of the series in the eleventh hour to a teenage girl the audience had never met came down to who among us would be the best commentator on a global sensation.—
Hunter Ingram,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2026
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Both Bill and Hillary Clinton’s agreement to testify before the committee came at the eleventh hour, as the House prepared to hold them in contempt for failing to comply with a congressional subpoena for their testimony.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Feb. 2026
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The victory kept Boston in possession of the East’s second wild-card spot.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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In California’s gubernatorial race, the candidates who land in the top two spots after the primary election advance to the runoff, regardless of party affiliation.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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And there's no sign that the president is ready to get involved in Georgia's primary on May 19, meaning Republicans there could be on course for a similar predicament.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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And there’s no sign that the president is ready to get involved in Georgia’s primary on May 19, meaning Republicans there could be on course for a similar predicament.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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As Ever was launched 11 months ago, with an inaugural collection of teas, jam, honey and baking mixes.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2026
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Often served with just butter and jam, these sweet buns can also be used as sandwich buns for an egg sandwich at breakfast the next morning.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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Mel Reeves comes as a pinch runner.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
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Apparently, Armstrong’s bank account recently suffered a major pinch.—
Frederick Dreier,
Outside,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Last ditch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/last%20ditch. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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