At last
Example: At last, the rain stopped and the sun came out.
Definition
"At last" is an expression used to indicate that something has happened finally or after a long wait, often conveying relief or satisfaction. For example, in the phrase 'At last, the rain stopped and the sun came out,' it signifies the end of waiting for the rain to cease.
Etymology
The phrase "at last" originates from Old English, where 'last' meant 'final' or 'end.' The word 'at' is a preposition indicating a specific point in time. Combined, "at last" has been used since Middle English to express the idea of something occurring finally or after delay. Did you know? The phrase has remained popular for centuries to mark the conclusion of waiting periods.
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"At last" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (A2) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used expressions.
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