arrival
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1 reaching a place (n.) B1 Intermediatethe act of reaching a place at the end of a journey.
the act of reaching a destination or physical location. Often used with 'at' or 'in'.
ExampleThe flight's arrival was delayed by two hours because of the heavy snow.
ExampleUpon their arrival at the remote mountain lodge, the guests were greeted with warm drinks and a roaring fire in the hearth.
PitfallWe waited for his arrival to the airport.We waited for his arrival at the airport.Use 'arrival at' for specific locations like airports or stations, and 'arrival in' for cities or countries.
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2 the start of something (n.) B2 Upper Intermediatethe beginning of a new period of time, a season, or a new invention.
the emergence or beginning of a new era, season, or technological development.
ExampleThe arrival of spring brings warmer weather and green leaves to the trees.
ExampleThe arrival of the internet fundamentally transformed how global businesses communicate and manage their supply chains.
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3 a person or thing that arrives (n.) B1 Intermediatea person or thing that has just reached a place.
a person or object that has recently reached a destination. Often modified by 'new' or 'recent'.
ExampleThe hotel staff were busy helping the new arrivals with their heavy luggage.
ExampleThe hospital ward was prepared for the latest arrivals, ensuring that each patient received immediate attention from the nursing staff.
From Middle English arivaile, arivaille, arrival, arryvaile, arryvaylle, aryvayle, aryvaylle, from Middle French arrivaille, from arriver; equivalent to arrive + -al.