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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Relevance
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Noun
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One of the new arrivals is Fullerton senior guard Joshua Ward, who led the way with 21 points, nine rebounds and four steals.—
Dan Arritt,
Oc Register,
23 Jan. 2026 -
These are the suites where arrivals are discreet, elevators are private, and staff know preferences before a guest ever sets foot on the Strip.—
Jill Schildhouse,
Forbes.com,
21 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Since the series debuted last November, the show’s cast, including Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie, has become a sensation online in their late-night talk show appearances and interviews.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
12 Jan. 2026
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The couple — who are now one of the most watched of the season thanks to their double awards show appearances — were not shy about hiding their romance amidst the stars at the 2026 Golden Globes.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Advents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advents. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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