as in arrivals
the act of coming upon a scene
with the advent of the mass-produced automobile, the need for a better system of roads and highways soon became apparent
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Noun
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That law simplified the process for deporting new arrivals who lacked authorization to be in the country, but a different law allowed people already in the country to ask an immigration judge for bond.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 May 2026 -
The group says the vast majority of small-boat arrivals go on to apply for asylum in the UK.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Stephen Eustáquio notched his third assist in seven appearances on Ordaz’s second goal, and Jacob Shaffelburg picked up his second in five outings this season and his 15th in 134 appearances.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 May 2026
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After a 23-43 season in his first season, Jackson leads the Warriors to back-to-back playoff appearances with 47 and 51 wins but was fired amid a backdrop of friction with management (including team advisor Jerry West) and fostering a poor work environment.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
10 May 2026
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“Advents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advents. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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