An artistic representation of this event.

(idiomatic) Final, as a last resort; done in desperation.

Just before it is too late; in the nick of time. / Done or occurring at the latest possible time before an event.

(idiomatic) every; without exception; used for emphasis

(idiomatic) The only remaining, often least desirable, option when all others have been excluded.

(idiomatic, almost always preceded by the) A small addition to a burden which causes it to exceed the capacity.

plural of last name

(also figuratively) A military encounter, especially against (often greatly) superior odds, generally as a last resort, whether to save another army or city, or as a last act of defiance, and often resulting in the total annihilation of the weaker force.

(Scotland, obsolete) yesterday

The official nickname for the state of Alaska in the United States of America.