The belated attempt to lead by a stroke of the pen in an 'executive order' was treated with the contempt it deserved.
The Sun
It then botched a belated attempt to hedge itself.
Times, Sunday Times
The government's belated attempts to combat the downturn are making it worse, business leaders say.
Times, Sunday Times
In recent years there have been some belated attempts to close down the laundromat.
Times,Sunday Times
There have been more than that, counting changes triggered by local lockdowns and his belated attempts to address his blind spot over support for the self-employed.
Times,Sunday Times