late arrival
Example Sentences
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Neither of us knew what the other was dealing with until years later, when, as adults, we were able to laugh grimly over our late arrival to a world of clothes that actually fit.
From Salon ● Jun. 12, 2026
Also take into consideration whether you’re an early arrival person or a late arrival person.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 20, 2026
He has a good strategic point, but his late arrival to this debate is roiling British politics.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 28, 2026
Given his late arrival, Yates played all of last season without a scholarship.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 5, 2025
She looked at no one as she descended the staircase, and even the Queen of Adarlan stood to see the late arrival, Nehemia also rising from her seat beside her.
From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas
