late bloomer
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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
Merrill Kelly, 37, SP, 2.9, 15.8: A late bloomer who became a stalwart starter for the Diamondbacks for years, Kelly might be restricted to a two-year deal because of his age.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 3, 2025
Dimsdale was a late bloomer when it came to music.
From BBC • Jan. 21, 2025
Edlefsen was a late bloomer, six years older than Ernest yet still only a teaching assistant.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
