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

Toney has, however, been a bit of a late bloomer.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2025

Dimsdale was a late bloomer when it came to music.

From BBC • Jan. 21, 2025

That was one good thing about being a late bloomer.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides