belatedly
1 of 1adverb/bɪˈleɪtɪdli/
1
at a time that was later than expected, usual, or appropriate
- The response to the inquiry came belatedly.
- The gift arrived belatedly but was appreciated nonetheless.
- The decision to address the issue was made belatedly.
- The project was completed belatedly due to unforeseen challenges.
- The acknowledgment of the error was made belatedly.
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