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bloomer

[bloo-mer] / ˈblu mər /


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Deniz Undav is Germany’s unstoppable late bloomer, who scores more frequently than Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 30, 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

Dimsdale was a late bloomer when it came to music.

From BBC Jan. 21, 2025

Eleanor hoped that Ben was a late bloomer.

From "Eleanor & Park" by Rainbow Rowell



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