late charge

noun

1. a penalty charge in addition to the regularly scheduled payment, as of a loan, if such payment has not been made when due.

Example Sentences

Italy's Sinner, who won his first major title at the Australian Open in January, held off a late charge from American 12th seed Fritz to win 6-3 6-4 7-5.

From BBC

Meanwhile, in the men's event, Charles Dobson held off a late charge by the United States' Chris Bailey, who had a strong anchor leg to finish third after 16-year-old Quincy Wilson struggled in the opening lap.

From BBC

Ledecky had to work harder than usual for the win, her fourth straight in the event, holding off a late charge from Australian Ariarne Titmus to win in 8 minutes 11.04 seconds.

From Los Angeles Times

Great Britain's Mathilda Hodgkins-Byrne and Rebecca Wilde hold off a late charge from the Netherlands boat to win double sculls bronze at Paris 2024.

From BBC

Tokyo medallist Dean held off a late charge by Australia to secure GB's spot in the final as the fastest qualifiers.

From BBC