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

“As soon as someone becomes a brand, the incentives become relentless: preserve the image/persona, the audience, the flow of money and, last but not least, preserve the aura,” he said.

From Salon ● May 19, 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 same focus and drive, and last but not least, competitive spirit.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2023

Speeches by Gerbrandy, the Prime Minister of Belgium, King Haakon of Norway, de Gaulle of France, the King of England and, last but not least, Churchill.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank