at last
Definition
Adverb 1. After a long time, finally: Used to indicate that something happens after a long period of waiting, delay, or a series of events.
Usage
The phrase "at last" is used to express a sense of relief, satisfaction, or conclusion when a long-awaited event or outcome finally occurs. It is typically placed at the beginning or end of a sentence.
Examples
- At last, we have reached an agreement.
Advanced Usage
- "At long last": An emphatic variant of "at last," used to stress that the wait or process was especially lengthy or difficult.
- At long last, the peace treaty was signed.
Variants and Related Words
- Finally (adv.): After a long time, typically involving difficulty or delay.
- Ultimately (adv.): In the end, especially after a long process or series of events.
- Eventually (adv.): In the end, especially after a long delay, dispute, or series of problems.
Synonyms
- Finally
- Eventually
- In the end
- Ultimately
Related Idioms
- In the nick of time: Just at the critical moment; just in time.
- The ambulance arrived in the nick of time. (This is similar in expressing a final, timely outcome but emphasizes the critical timing rather than the end of a long wait.)
Adverb
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as the end result of a succession or process
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ultimately he had to give in
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at long last the winter was over
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