at last

Idioms and Phrases

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

In 2017, Disneyland at last gave women agency in its Pirates of the Caribbean attraction by removing a bridal auction scene and reimagining a female “wench” as a pirate.

From Los Angeles Times

At last month's Budget, the government said it planned to "increase the core government grant for police forces," although it did not specify whether this would be in cash terms or taking account of inflation.

From BBC

These were the words of Sir Keir Starmer at last week’s Interpol conference on the subject of immigration.

From BBC

Tenants rights attorney and first-time candidate Ysabel Jurado had a double-digit lead over the veteran politician at last count.

From Los Angeles Times

At last week’s MLB general manager meetings in San Antonio, Brandon Gomes said the staff — with McCullough’s candidacy for the Marlins job, aside — would “probably” be back.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• already
• belatedly
• eventually
• someday
• sooner or later
• subsequently
• ultimately