the tail end

tail end (of something)

1. The rearmost part of something. Don't hold your breath—you're at the tail end of the list of applications.2. The last or concluding part of something. The famous author only appeared at the tail end of the panel.See also: end, tail

(at) the tail ˈend (of something)

(at) the final or last part (of something): I didn’t hear most of the conversation — I only came in at the tail end.See also: end, tail