“At the eleventh hour”

Definition

At the last possible moment.

Examples

Examples

“The investor agreed at the eleventh hour.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "At the eleventh hour" mean?
"At the eleventh hour" means at the last possible moment..
How do you use "At the eleventh hour" in a sentence?
Example: "The investor agreed at the eleventh hour."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "At the eleventh hour"?
В последний момент. / Վերջին հնարավոր պահին։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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