late arrival

Example Sentences

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Also take into consideration whether you’re an early arrival person or a late arrival person.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 20, 2026

He has a good strategic point, but his late arrival to this debate is roiling British politics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 28, 2026

More than 2.4 million people registered for the 28 December general election, which observers described as largely peaceful despite delays caused by the late arrival of voting material and problems with the electoral register.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2026

The Who were a late arrival, not reaching these shores until 1967 despite a slew of destined-to-be-classic singles.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2025

The fire just wasn’t the main reason for his late arrival.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny