latecomer
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of latecomer
Example Sentences
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And have the most important play happen while some latecomer blocks your view with his backside while trying to find his seat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 7, 2026
All received bonuses of at least $100 million to defect from the PGA Tour, and Rahm, a relative latecomer to LIV Golf, received a reported $300- to $500-million bonus.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 17, 2026
Apple would be a latecomer to the world of foldable phones — with Bank of America analyst Wamsi Mohan noting that Samsung and Huawei both released foldable smartphones in 2019.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 23, 2026
Rep. Wesley Hunt, a latecomer to the race who was an early backer of Trump in 2024, earned 13.5% of the vote and will not advance to the run-off.
From Salon ● Mar. 4, 2026
Was I going to be the only latecomer today?
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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