game-time decision
Originating from sports, a 'game-time decision' refers to a choice made at the last possible moment, often under pressure.
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Definition
B2Sports
(informal)A choice made just before a game begins, often about which players will participate or what strategy will be used.
Example
- The coach made a game-time decision to start the injured player.
B2General
(informal)A decision delayed until the last possible moment, often due to uncertainty or waiting for more information.
Example
- We had to make a game-time decision about whether to cancel the event due to the weather.
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