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a late bloomer
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someone who becomes successful or skilled later than most people
Positive and kind. British English also says 'a late developer'.
In context
My uncle was a late bloomer; he started painting at fifty and now sells his work.
Don't worry if your son is shy now; many late bloomers do very well later.
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