precocious
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Its popularity is testament to the plans put in place by Mbappe's family at a young age when they were aware of the precocious talent their son possessed.
From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026
“I was born the same year as YouTube,” says Kane Parsons, the precocious filmmaker about to upgrade from online-only fame to big-screen recognition.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Though Vargas, 34, didn’t become a precocious parent, “Mad Bills to Pay” emerged from memories of men he knew who weren’t that different from his main character.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
Before Rose became known for his longevity, he first made waves for being a precocious 17-year-old who once tied for fourth in the British Open as an amateur.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
Lawson saw a connection between Fischer and Morphy in their precocious rise, although Bobby had yet to prove himself the world’s—let alone America’s—greatest player.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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