late bloomer

Example Sentences

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He was a bit of a late bloomer, let's not forget.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

A late bloomer, Pegula has taken the long road.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 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

Davis, 40, is a self-described late bloomer in the skincare industry.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2025

I’m always surprised when people say I was a late bloomer, because gymnastics has been my life since I was six years old.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles