bloomers

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Whether they are new and recent signings, late bloomers or exciting young academy talents, we are talking about the less familiar faces of all ages who are hoping for a breakout campaign.

From BBC • Aug. 13, 2025

Morris was the coach for one of the greatest late bloomers in L.A. high school basketball history, Russell Westbrook at Leuzinger.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 19, 2025

“Mid-May through mid-June is when most bearded irises are in bloom, with the exception of repeat bloomers and a handful of varieties that bloom in late summer,” Estrada notes.

From Seattle Times • May 11, 2024

“The Traitors,” Peacock’s breakout reality hit, is the newest inductee to this late bloomers club, a Scotland-set murder mystery competition hosted by international delight Alan Cumming.

From Salon • Feb. 24, 2024

I ripped off my skirt and petticoat and began flapping them like a demented bird in bloomers.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson