bloomer

Example Sentences

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Bohm was a late bloomer in high school, growing so fast that he required elbow surgery between his junior and senior years.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

A 64-year-old late bloomer who arrived in Bloomington with a cocky press conference and group of James Madison transfers, Cignetti delivered swagger, talent and a gift for navigating college football’s turbulent, transfer-happy economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 10, 2026

Yet Wissa is a late bloomer rather than someone entering the twilight of his career.

From BBC • Sep. 1, 2025

Davis, 40, is a self-described late bloomer in the skincare industry.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2025

I’m always surprised when people say I was a late bloomer, because gymnastics has been my life since I was six years old.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles