last thing
Britishadverb
Example Sentences
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“I take a lot of things in stride,” adding that being “the poster boy for high ticket prices” is “the last thing you prefer to be. But that’s how it went.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026
If you decide to head for the exit and need to sell quickly, the last thing you want is to take a major loss on your investment.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026
“The last thing we want to do is create any more pain for our parents who are grieving heavily,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026
This is, quite frankly, the last thing the prime minister needs.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
This the last thing I’ll do for you!”
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
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