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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
As for the ongoing New Delhi protest, a steady stream of volunteers keeps the camp running, arriving daily with food, drinking water and other essentials.
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Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
Gross said the bullet went through his shoulder within seconds of arriving at the ICE facility late that July 4th night.
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S.e. Jenkins,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
But attorneys for people seeking asylum say the law has long meant anyone arriving at a port of entry should be screened, and blocking arrivals disregards the nation’s ideals.
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ABC News,
25 June 2026
Placed at the scene by his own iPhone and failed 9-1-1 calls, Rinderknecht later that New Year’s Day morning drove away from the area as LAFD started arriving on the scene, making a gesture to assist the firefighters, the DOJ’s filing of last year asserted.
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Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
25 June 2026
That role has become more important as international demand has stopped arriving in a predictable sequence.
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Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
25 June 2026
Slowly, messages began arriving from around the world.
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Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
Heavy machinery began arriving after many initial rescue efforts relied largely on manual labor.
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Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
Plenty to choose from, on the path to not arriving at any true consensus choice.
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Chris Willman,
Variety,
19 June 2026
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
26 June 2026
Gross said the bullet went through his shoulder within seconds of arriving at the ICE facility late that July 4th night.
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S.e. Jenkins,
CBS News,
25 June 2026
But attorneys for people seeking asylum say the law has long meant anyone arriving at a port of entry should be screened, and blocking arrivals disregards the nation’s ideals.
—
ABC News,
25 June 2026
Placed at the scene by his own iPhone and failed 9-1-1 calls, Rinderknecht later that New Year’s Day morning drove away from the area as LAFD started arriving on the scene, making a gesture to assist the firefighters, the DOJ’s filing of last year asserted.
—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
25 June 2026
That role has become more important as international demand has stopped arriving in a predictable sequence.
—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
25 June 2026
Slowly, messages began arriving from around the world.
—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
25 June 2026
Heavy machinery began arriving after many initial rescue efforts relied largely on manual labor.
—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
Plenty to choose from, on the path to not arriving at any true consensus choice.
—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
19 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.
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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.
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The company said succeeding in e-commerce once meant winning the shopper’s attention.
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At its core, equity is intended to expand opportunity by removing barriers that prevent qualified people from being considered, competing or succeeding.
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Images appearing to show blue paint peeling from the floor of the pool were surfacing by June 18.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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This elite slice of city life is thriving as many bars, pubs and nightclubs come under strain.
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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.
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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.
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“Arriving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/arriving. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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