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as in comes
to get to a destination
when will the guests arrive?
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as in succeeds
to reach a desired level of accomplishment
the actress knew she'd arrived when she received an Oscar nomination
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Recent Examples of arrives
CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Pryor arrives as an experience backup for Baugh, who aims to build on 1,170 rushing yards behind an improved offensive line and offensive scheme designed by new coordinator Buster Faulkner.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
If a garnishment notice arrives, try not to ignore it.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2026
My appointment falls the week before Aunt Flo arrives, giving me a greater chance of experiencing little to no discomfort.
—Tatayana Yomary, Essence, 7 Jan. 2026
The average time spent in the emergency department at Northwestern Memorial, from the time a patient arrives to the time their visit ends, is about five-and-a-half hours, compared with about four hours at hospitals across the state, according to federal data.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Vanderbilt's film arrives at theaters as the latest in a long line of films made about the trials of Nazi war crimes.
—NPR, 11 Nov. 2025
Despite the fall-ready edge of Moore’s patent pair, Tom Ford’s Eva pump also arrives in satin finishes — including a butter-yellow version worn by Chrissy Teigen in New York last September for a daytime press outing.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
Black posted 114 strikeouts in 119 ⅓ innings and also arrives with major-league experience.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 11 Nov. 2025
Verb
In a world where change arrives faster each year, logistics real estate has become one of the most compelling global investment themes.
—CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Pryor arrives as an experience backup for Baugh, who aims to build on 1,170 rushing yards behind an improved offensive line and offensive scheme designed by new coordinator Buster Faulkner.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2026
If a garnishment notice arrives, try not to ignore it.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Jan. 2026
My appointment falls the week before Aunt Flo arrives, giving me a greater chance of experiencing little to no discomfort.
—Tatayana Yomary, Essence, 7 Jan. 2026
The average time spent in the emergency department at Northwestern Memorial, from the time a patient arrives to the time their visit ends, is about five-and-a-half hours, compared with about four hours at hospitals across the state, according to federal data.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Vanderbilt's film arrives at theaters as the latest in a long line of films made about the trials of Nazi war crimes.
—NPR, 11 Nov. 2025
Despite the fall-ready edge of Moore’s patent pair, Tom Ford’s Eva pump also arrives in satin finishes — including a butter-yellow version worn by Chrissy Teigen in New York last September for a daytime press outing.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 11 Nov. 2025
Black posted 114 strikeouts in 119 ⅓ innings and also arrives with major-league experience.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arrives
Verb
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There are other Washburn regulars here too, like the excellent actors Bruce McKenzie and Jeff Biehl, but despite all their long acquaintance, something about the project never quite comes into focus.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
10 Nov. 2025
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To safely transport your new baby home from the hospital, consider the Peg Perego City Loop Infant Car Seat & Stroller Combo, which comes with a stroller and is 20% off.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
10 Nov. 2025
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Reis succeeds Phil Boggs, who has served in multiple finance leadership roles over the past 16 years.—
Sheryl Estrada,
Fortune,
6 Jan. 2026
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Using virtual reality gear, the teleoperator trains Atlas to do a specific task, repeating it multiple times until the robot succeeds.—
Will Croxton,
CBS News,
5 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The 25-year-old Chiefs receiver appears in a separate photo posted to the same Instagram account.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2026
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With a high-stakes battle for the 2026 midterms looming, the Evergreen State appears poised to join the trend of states using congressional redistricting for partisan advantage.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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As usual, Coon thrives in ambiguity, layering a seemingly straightforward woman with depth.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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This cerebral transit thrives where there is curiosity, flexibility and a willingness to ask the right questions at the right time.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
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No design elements compel particular notice, but their combination lands a couple notches safely above the telegenically bland.—
Dennis Harvey,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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Whoever lands the role is stepping into arguably the highest-profile job in global entertainment.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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It is linked to nature and that which flourishes and regenerates.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
27 Dec. 2025
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Dries Van Noten, Proenza Schouler, and Dior leaned into drama with bold designs that demanded attention—flourishes befitting their new creative directors.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
16 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Perhaps Javier prospers in ways Alcantara couldn’t.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Arrives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arrives. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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