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late bloomer

NOUN
person slow to develop talent
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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

Yet Wissa is a late bloomer rather than someone entering the twilight of his career.

From BBC • Sep. 1, 2025

Davis, 40, is a self-described late bloomer in the skincare industry.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2025

“He always said it was fine to be a late bloomer if you made it to the flower show,” Pat wrote in her husband’s death notice.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2025

“You’re a late bloomer, that’s all. Winston Churchill was a late bloomer and so are you.”

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman