late bloomer
Example Sentences
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I’m a late bloomer and worried I’m still missing out on living by being stuck in these idealized fantasies of what love could be.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 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
Toney has, however, been a bit of a late bloomer.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 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
