late in the day

Idioms  

1. Far advanced; also, too far advanced. For example, It's late in the day to change the kitchen layout, since we've already ordered the cabinets, or It's a bit late in the day for apologizing. [Late 1700s]

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Example Sentences

The 10% leeway is being built in to reflect that some patients may not be able to make a same-day appointment or may call too late in the day to be realistically given one.

From BBC

Typically, according to a source familiar with the situation, prisoners who are released from Hazelton when there’s inclement weather or when it’s too late in the day to catch a plane or bus home are put up at the Microtel Inn and Suites at the bottom of the hill.

From Salon

Meanwhile, the leader of Labour-run Thurrock Council Lynn Worrall said it was "disappointing that this decision has been reversed so late in the day".

From BBC

Perhaps the only saving grace was England's batters did not have to face a tricky session late in the day.

From BBC

Conway led the way, ending the day unbeaten on 178 not out with Latham falling late in the day for 137.

From Barron's