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arrive in

phr. v..
A1 Beginner Oxford

phr. v.. To get to a large place like a city or a country. You use this phrase before the name of the place you are reaching.

phr. v.. To reach a destination, used specifically for large geographical areas like cities, countries, or regions. This is a common prepositional verb construction.


SIMPLE

They arrive in Rome tomorrow evening.

CONTEXTUAL

When you finally arrive in a new country, the first thing you want is a long rest.

COMPLEX

The shipment of medical supplies is scheduled to arrive in the affected region by Friday, bringing much-needed relief to the populace.

Particles
in
Separability
inseparable
Pattern
arrive + in + object
Usage

Use 'arrive in' for cities and countries; use 'arrive at' for specific buildings like an airport or station.

Teaching tip

Drill the key collocations for 'arrive': we arrive 'in' a city/country, 'at' a building/station, and 'on' an island.

Pitfall

We will arrive at Paris.We will arrive in Paris.Use 'in' for large areas like cities and countries, not 'at'.

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