arrive
/əˈraɪv/
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Type
Verb
Meaning
To reach a destination at the end of a journey.
The express train will arrive at the terminal in ten minutes.
Did everyone arrive safely despite the heavy snowstorm?
To come to a particular conclusion, decision, or state after discussion or effort.
The committee managed to arrive at a consensus after hours of debate.
Scientists haven't arrived at a definitive answer to the question yet.
To achieve widespread recognition, success, or social acceptance.
After her novel topped the best-seller list, she felt she had truly arrived.
Young artists often struggle for years before they finally arrive in the gallery scene.
How it's used
When this means “reach a place”
- arrive at the airport
“arrive there.”
We arrived at the hotel just before midnight.
When this means “reach an agreement or decision”
- arrive at an agreement
“arrive at it.”
They arrived at a reasonable compromise.
Collocations
- arrive on time
- arrive early
- arrive safely
- arrive at a decision
- arrive at a conclusion
- arrive at a consensus
- newly arrived