late arrival

Example Sentences

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Also take into consideration whether you’re an early arrival person or a late arrival person.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

I’ll admit that I’m a late arrival to the Church of Cash.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

The Who were a late arrival, not reaching these shores until 1967 despite a slew of destined-to-be-classic singles.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2025

It is also alleged that some members of Dubois' entourage were refused entry to the venue, contributing to the late arrival.

From BBC • Jul. 22, 2025

As far as the Incorrigibles were concerned, then, their tutor’s late arrival, bleak mood, and greedy appetite were all signs of a perfectly ordinary morning.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood