Thesaurus results for LAST DITCH

last ditch

noun

Definition of last ditch

as in hot water

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Recent Examples of last ditch But his last ditch attempt to flee to safety would fail. — Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 9 Apr. 2026 When her professor, predictably, leaves her high and dry, Margo drops out of college and makes an OnlyFans account as a last ditch effort to get some quick cash. — Katie Campione, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026 So Ellison texted Zaslav in what now reads as a last ditch effort to get a deal over the line. — Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Dec. 2025 Forget the flimsy strips of aluminum around the edges of the pie as a last ditch effort. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for last ditch

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Noun

Eisenberg was amusingly nervous about getting himself into hot water during the session.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 18 Oct. 2026
Sarah Ferguson has been in hot water ever since her ex-husband, former Prince Andrew, was arrested for suspicion of misconduct in public office.

— Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of hot water

Noun

The Tkachuks won the puck along the right wing boards and Brady got control in the corner.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 17 Oct. 2026
Even with the rain, the sunroom-like den remained my favorite corner of the house to read, sip on coffee, or take a moment to myself before breakfast.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of corner

Noun

Wordfence also warned that the fix can’t be installed using automatic updates, so site owners need to find out who is responsible for updating PHP to apply the patch manually.

— Jess Weatherbed, The Verge, 21 Oct. 2026
If that’s the case, consider turning off your Google Home speaker for the foreseeable future and turning it on for short periods in the coming weeks to see whether the most recent fixes have reached your device.

— James Peckham, PC Magazine, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of fix

Noun

In the past, Palestinian leaders have postponed elections at the eleventh hour, citing challenges including campaigning and voting in East Jerusalem.

— Abby Sewell, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026
Civil litigation can drag on for years, frequently ending in settlements reached at the eleventh hour, just before a trial begins.

— Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of eleventh hour

Noun

The Queen City punched well above its weight, with Sam Hart’s Counter- holding onto its Michelin Star, five newcomers earning spots on the guide and one local chef taking home a national honor.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026
Consecutive weeks filled with upsets have resulted in Miami sitting in the top spot of the college football world.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of spot

Noun

News of the rescue has gotten hundreds of reactions on social media, with many noting the dog’s predicament was heartbreaking.

— Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026
Through one dangerous predicament after another, his stunt work reveals a performer who seems entirely comfortable in his own skin.

— Kristen Lopez, IndieWire, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of predicament

Noun

And for options that can please any giftee on your list, check out gourmet food calendars filled with decadent chocolates, loose-leaf teas, jams and jellies, and more.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2026
Released digitally in March, the song grew out of a guitar jam between the two friends.

— Russ Penuell, Billboard, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of jam

Noun

That kind of pinch-hitting meant there was no marketing or publicity to get audiences excited about the show, but viewers started tuning in anyway.

— Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026
Ecoalf is seasoning its commitment to sustainability with a pinch of salt.

— Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of pinch

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