arrival

[əˈraɪvl]

Definition:
1. An act of coming or being brought to a place.
2. Accomplishment of an objective.
3. The act of arriving at a certain place.
4. The time when a new technology or idea is introduced.

Use 'arrival' in a sentence:

1. Very little was said as we awaited the arrival of the chairman.
2. She timed her arrival for shortly after 3.
3. We apologize for the late arrival of the train.
4. Shortly after my arrival at the school, I was befriended by an older girl.
5. Their early arrival was just an accident.
6. The snow signalled the arrival of a front, and a high-pressure area seemed to be settling in.
7. On arrival, guests are offered wine or a champagne cocktail.
8. Our anticipated arrival time is 8.30.
9. Her unexpected arrival threw us into total confusion.
10. For the first time since his arrival he relaxed slightly.
11. His father's arrival lulled the boy's anxiety.
12. Our plans were thrown into disarray by her arrival.
13. Security tightened in the capital in readiness for the president's arrival.
14. Please report to reception on arrival.
15. Her arrival caused a flurry of excitement.
16. The shock of her husband's arrival brought her to her feet.
17. Their arrival caused mayhem as crowds of refugees rushed towards them.
18. She showed uncommon pleasure at his arrival.
19. Jon's arrival was a cue for more champagne.
20. The goods were examined for damage on arrival.
21. A returnable deposit is payable on arrival.
22. Her sudden arrival caused quite a flutter.
23. A computer screen shows arrival and departure times.
24. He waited for her arrival in a fever of impatience.
25. The situation was further inflamed by the arrival of the security forces.
26. A ring at the doorbell announced Jack's arrival.
27. His arrival caught me by surprise.
28. I'll wait for you at the meeting point in the arrivals hall.
29. All visitors must report to the reception desk on arrival.
30. He was certified dead on arrival.
31. The first arrivals at the concert got the best seats.
32. I learnt of her arrival from a close friend.
33. The culture has been diversified with the arrival of immigrants.
34. All visitors must sign in on arrival.
35. They thought the arrival of television would deal a death blow to mass cinema audiences.
36. New arrivals find it hard to assimilate.
37. He was dead on arrival at the nearby hospital.
38. We're expecting a new arrival in the family soon.
39. She was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital.
40. Cheering crowds greeted their arrival.
41. The arrival of canals was of great value to many industries.
42. A nasty incident was prevented by the timely arrival of the police.
43. They have improved immeasurably since their arrival.