A "last-ditcher" is someone who tries everything they can to avoid failure or defeat. There are many synonyms for this term, including "desperate," "final attempt," "last resort," "last-ditch effort," or "Hail Mary." Each of these words carries a slightly different connotation. "Desperate" implies a sense of urgency and hopelessness, while "final attempt" suggests a final effort without guarantee of success. "Last resort" implies that there were other options available but have been exhausted. "Last-ditch effort" suggests a fight to the end, regardless of the outcome. "Hail Mary" references the football play where the quarterback throws the ball as far as they can in a last-ditch effort to score a touchdown.