last but not least

Idioms  

1. Last in sequence but not least in importance, as in Last but not least, I want to thank all the people who sent me copies of my article in the paper. [Late 1500s]

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last but not least

And, last but not least: know what you're getting into before you send an expedition anywhere.

From Science Daily ● Jun. 30, 2026

You would also need to present documented evidence of misconduct such as financial irregularities or missed deadlines and, last but not least, appear at a court hearing for a final ruling by the judge.

From MarketWatch ● Feb. 13, 2026

The singer has burst through the pop cultural stratosphere with her rerecorded albums, her billion-dollar Eras tour, and last but not least, her high-profile relationship with two-time Super Bowl champion Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

From Salon ● Feb. 2, 2024

He slid over to deny Mason McTavish, and last but not least, didn’t bite on a short-handed breakaway attempt.

From Seattle Times ● Dec. 23, 2023

And last but not least, she makes my favorite chocolate cake, decorated with M&M’s.

From "Lucky Broken Girl" by Ruth Behar