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
There isn’t enough information to say that he’s simply a slow starter and will be fine going forward.
From Seattle Times • May 10, 2023
Add in that Westbrook is a notorious slow starter, and there’s reason to expect some uptick in the coming months.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 27, 2021
In his post-match press conference, American skipper Nathaniel Crosby mention more than once how he has given Pak a “bad time” about being a slow starter in matches.
From Golf Digest • Sep. 7, 2019
"Maybe I am a slow starter," he said.
From The Planet Strappers by Gallun, Raymond Z.
