late bloomer
Example Sentences
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A late bloomer, Pegula has taken the long road.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 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
“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
Dimsdale was a late bloomer when it came to music.
From BBC • Jan. 21, 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
