English Reference
Idiom idiom

last time


This phrase refers to the previous time something happened.


SIMPLE

“I forgot my keys last time.”

CONTEXTUAL

“The restaurant was closed last time we tried to eat there, so let's check the hours first.”

COMPLEX

“Although the project failed last time due to poor planning, the team remains optimistic that these new strategies will ensure success.”

Last updated April 22, 2026