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belated

[bih-ley-tid] / bɪˈleɪ tɪd /


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He led a pair of superior Rachmaninoff programs in his belated debut at the Hollywood Bowl last summer shortly after one of Dudamel’s greatest Bowl performances ever, yet so won over the L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

Their discomfort now is real, but it is also belated and partial.

From Salon • May 5, 2026

“When writing belated wedding thank-you cards, be sure to focus your message on how much you appreciate the thoughtfulness of their gift and their presence at your celebration,” the Knot adds.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

MacIntyre led on 14 under par, one shot clear of the chasing pack, when the third round belated ended on Sunday, after storms curtailed Saturday's play.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

She sent belated birthday cards and random newspaper clippings about people Janet didn’t know.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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