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VocabJLPT N2
at this late stage
Adverb

Also written as 今更

Definitions

  1. 1. now (when it is already much too late)
  2. 2. at this stage
  3. 3. afresh
This adverb expresses the feeling that something is "too late now" or that doing something "at this point" is pointless. It carries a nuance of frustration or resignation, often used when bringing something up after the right moment has already passed.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Running after the train has already left isn't going to do anything!

Sentence 2

She reached out saying she wanted to see me — a bit late for that.

Sentence 3

That milk sitting in the back of the fridge — you really think it's still drinkable?

Sentence 4

Is it really okay to ask about something that basic now?

Sentence 5

"It's too late to start trying now," he said, shoulders drooping.