Phrasal Verbs

arrive at

This page is about the phrasal verb arrive at

Meaning

to reach a result, a conclusion or a decision after considering relevant factors or details

Synonym

reach

For example

  • arrive at sth They arrived at the cost of production by calculating raw material, transport, and manufacturing costs.

  • arrive at sth After doing research into the history of heart disease, we arrived at the same conclusion as many others. We found that diet has a huge influence on health.

Nouns often used as objects with arrive at: decision, conclusion, verdict, result, solution, figure, amount, number

Quick Quiz

The supreme court judges should arrive at their verdict after

a. considering the facts

b. taking bribes

c. driving their cars
a) considering the facts b) taking bribes c) driving their cars

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