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as in coming
to get to a destination
when will the guests arrive?
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as in succeeding
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 arriving
Analysis of genetic data suggested the H5 bird flu was likely introduced to the islands through wildlife from the French sub-Antarctic Crozet Islands, 1,800 km away, likely arriving around August 2025.
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Kathleen Magramo, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
Plenty to choose from, on the path to not arriving at any true consensus choice.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 19 June 2026
With visitors arriving from around the world, the team's need is even greater.
—Bo Evans, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Yet despite starting at the same time and place and arriving together at the same destination, the two players followed completely different paths to get there.
—Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark turned the pregame tunnel into a reveal moment Thursday, arriving at Gainbridge Fieldhouse all smiles while carrying her first signature shoe in her right hand.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
Glistening in the sun from about 1,000 feet away, the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy dazzled attendees, arriving in New York after a 53-year title drought.
—Amina Kilpatrick, NBC news, 19 June 2026
Malia and Sasha coordinated with their mom’s color palette, arriving at the opening of the center in white and gray looks.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 18 June 2026
One driverless ride, scheduled from a Tesla showroom, failed to start after arriving.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Kathleen Magramo, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
Plenty to choose from, on the path to not arriving at any true consensus choice.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 19 June 2026
With visitors arriving from around the world, the team's need is even greater.
—Bo Evans, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Yet despite starting at the same time and place and arriving together at the same destination, the two players followed completely different paths to get there.
—Los Angeles Times, 19 June 2026
Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark turned the pregame tunnel into a reveal moment Thursday, arriving at Gainbridge Fieldhouse all smiles while carrying her first signature shoe in her right hand.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
Glistening in the sun from about 1,000 feet away, the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy dazzled attendees, arriving in New York after a 53-year title drought.
—Amina Kilpatrick, NBC news, 19 June 2026
Malia and Sasha coordinated with their mom’s color palette, arriving at the opening of the center in white and gray looks.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 18 June 2026
One driverless ride, scheduled from a Tesla showroom, failed to start after arriving.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for arriving
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In order to keep the momentum coming, Team USA will need to remain aggressive in its attack.—
David Troy,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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Formalwear embraces a relaxed attitude, with most of the blazers coming collarless, with mandarin collars and kimono-inspired, paired with looser-fit trousers nodding to pajamas.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
19 June 2026
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The event will convene from the sports, music, retail and beauty industries for a conversation exploring how brands are succeeding at the intersection of culture, creativity, and commerce.—
William Earl,
Variety,
17 June 2026
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For Poku, the three topics are intertwined, and discussing one requires touching on all three; succeeding in midlife requires success in each.—
Danielle McNally,
InStyle,
17 June 2026
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Images appearing to show blue paint peeling from the floor of the pool were surfacing by June 18.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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While appearing at the Supergirl world premiere in New York City on Monday, June 22, the Superman actor, 32, could be seen protecting his costar, Milly Alcock, from a handsy photographer on the red carpet.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
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Our nonprofit is a vibrant year-round organization featuring robust educational programming, two flourishing cinemas and of course the thriving 10-day film festival that started it all.—
Hilary Lewis,
HollywoodReporter,
17 June 2026
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Moreover, despite all of Reggie’s mishaps and his lifetime ban from the NFL, Monica has kept him financially sound and flourishing over the years.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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Thomas got a good jump and ran toward the wall in right field, timing his jump perfectly before catching the ball and landing his back flat on the top of the wall.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
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The Way Home wrapped its fourth and final season with several splashes, from viewers' tears landing on their shirts to Kat and Alice's last leap into the pond.—
Breanne L. Heldman,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
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Silicon Valley Bank’s 2026 DTC report reveals a widening gap between thriving and struggling wineries — and the cause has nothing to do with the market.—
Michelle Williams,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
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This elite slice of city life is thriving as many bars, pubs and nightclubs come under strain.—
Anna Cooban,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
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These drought-tolerant plants can keep every outdoor container garden and flower bed prospering even when rainfall is scarce and the heat is relentless.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
19 May 2026
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The agreement also established four goals for the year 2050, addressing protection and restoration, prospering with nature, sharing benefits fairly, and investment and collaboration.—
Mark VanderSchaaf,
Twin Cities,
18 May 2026
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“Arriving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arriving. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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