arrives; arrived; arriving
1
: to come to or reach a place after traveling, being sent, etc.
He arrived home at six o'clock.
We had some dinner before/on/upon/after arriving at the station.
When do you expect them to arrive in Boston?
Their flight is due to arrive at 11:30.
The train from New York is now arriving.
They arrived late at the party.
The mail hasn't arrived yet.
The new version of the software has finally arrived in stores.
2
a
of a day, season, time, etc.
: to happen or begin
The day of their wedding has almost arrived. [=come]
The time has arrived [=come] to address the problem.
There's always a lot to do when spring arrives.
b
of a baby
: to be born
When is their baby expected to arrive?
3
informal
: to become successful
—used with a form of have
After years of climbing the corporate ladder, he felt he had finally arrived.
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“Arrive.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/arrive. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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