at last

1. Also, at long last. After a long time, finally, as in At last the speeches ended and dinner was served, or Harry's got his degree at long last. The first term dates from about 1200, the variant from the early 1500s. Also see at length, def. 2.

Example Sentences

World Cup contenders Canada lost by nine points at last year's WXV1 in Vancouver, conceding a try in the final play, while world champions New Zealand were defeated by 12 points at Twickenham last September.

From BBC

Everything the Dodgers had been preaching at last came to fruition.

From Los Angeles Times

Winners of those categories were announced at last week’s Creative Arts Emmys, but so far “Beyoncé Bowl’s” tally remains at one.

From Los Angeles Times

The other winners were announced over two nights at last weekend's Creative Arts Emmys.

From BBC

Team GB made the podium in every relay event at the Paris 2024 Olympics, supplying five of the nation's 10 athletics medals at last summer's Games.

From BBC

Related Words

• already 
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• someday 
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