slow starter
Example Sentences
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Although he is notoriously a slow starter, Eubank seemed to be struggling with the pace.
From BBC • Apr. 26, 2025
Reserve Norman Powell, regularly a slow starter offensively, is off to the most promising offensive start to his career while making 45% of his three-pointers and becoming a trusted member of closing lineups.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 7, 2023
He has been a slow starter in the spring during his previous five full seasons in the majors, with a career .761 OPS before the All-Star break.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 14, 2023
“Sometimes I’ve been a slow starter throughout my career, and it is always nice when that first one goes in the net.”
From Washington Times • Dec. 6, 2021
"Maybe I am a slow starter," he said.
From The Planet Strappers by Gallun, Raymond Z.
