Last meaning in English
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Definition
to last (for a long time): to continue, to keep, to remain, to survive, to carry on (for a long time)
Susie had been in many relationships that didn't last before getting married.
last (month): the most recent, the latest, the previous (month)
last: finally, ultimately, in conclusion, at the end
Examples
- "Though I am still mourning Stink (a period which will last 40 days and 40 nights), I have decided to communicate to you my wishes for your atonement."
- "I'll send you an email with details of the last policy your company purchased."
- "The last person who made me laugh got a needle in his eye."
- "For the last century, Delavigne has been among the industry leaders in cosmetics and perfumes."
- "The last vision I have, just before I wake up screaming, is the face of the truck driver, the evil intent in his eyes, and the faint smile on his lips, as tranquil as my yoga master."
- "The last time I saw you was at the San Francisco Fragrance Expo last winter!"
- "Last words: " SAY, MISTER, THAT'S A NICE SET OF TEETH YOU'VE... ""
- "Brian : I can be the last act!"
- "Bordello Breeze: last quarter you ordered 50,000 units."
- "Do you know what happened to the last person who didn't think my jokes were funny?"
- "If you're having trouble remembering me, you had an affair with my wife Daisy during your last trip to Rio."
- "I've got your orders from last quarter right in front of me, so let's get the ball rolling."
- "we'll take the last third and invest in the stock market!"
- "The company, at the center of hundreds of scandals in the last 10 years, ranging from illegal bear hunts to monkey abuse to laboratory explosions, just can't seem to get their act together."
- "Just one last question."
- "You were the last person to see Icarus, correct?"
- "I received your last pigeon."
- "I, Hector Melvin Jones, declare this to be my last will and testament."
- "Vicar : Ladies and gentlemen, we are gathered here today to celebrate the holy matrimony of two young lovers, eager to forge a union in the eyes of God, which is to last forever and ever."
- "I am using my last silk scarf to write you this note, please forgive the ink-stained fabric."
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