down to the wire
Pronunciation:
adjective
Definitions
At the very end of a process or project, especially one with a fast-approaching deadline.
Example: He was almost done with the paper, but tomorrow's due date meant it would be down to the wire.
adverb
Definitions
At the very end of a process or project, especially one with a fast-approaching deadline.
Example: He was almost done with the paper, but tomorrow's due date meant it would come down to the wire.