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to the last

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  1. To the end, especially to the end of one's life. For example, The defenders held out to the last but the bombs finished them. [c. 1600]


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Mentally, physically, emotionally, I’m drained to the last drop.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 15, 2026

It’s easy to leave gift-buying to the last minute.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 14, 2026

Progression to the last four marks back-to-back Grand Slam semi-finals for the two-time major champion and her first in New York since winning the title in 2023.

From BBC Sep. 9, 2026

She had also enjoyed a promising start to 2025 before injury struck, advancing to the last eight at Roland Garros and climbing to a career-high of fourth in the world rankings.

From BBC Sep. 5, 2026

When he came to the last page, he noticed a pocket in the binding.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste

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