1. Final, most recent, or ultimate:
* "This is the last time I'm telling you." (meaning this is the final warning)
* "The last train leaves at midnight." (meaning the most recent train departure)
* "The last chapter of the book was the best." (meaning the ultimate or final chapter)
2. Previous or prior:
* "Last week, I went on a trip." (meaning the week before the current one)
* "I last saw her at the party." (meaning the previous time I saw her)
3. To continue or endure:
* "The party lasted until 3 am." (meaning the party continued for that long)
* "Her love for him will last forever." (meaning their love will endure forever)
4. To come to an end:
* "The game is about to last." (meaning the game is about to end)
* "The pain will last only a little while." (meaning the pain will come to an end soon)
5. To be sufficient or adequate:
* "That last piece of cake will last me until dinner." (meaning that piece of cake will be enough to sustain me until dinner)
* "This battery should last me for a few more hours." (meaning the battery should be enough to power my device for a few more hours)
It's important to consider the context of the phrase to determine the exact meaning of "last."