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Difference between "come" and "arrive"

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shaan_smeagol  +  930018 Tue, 06 Oct 09 06:50 AM
What is the difference between the synonymous verbs "to come" and "to arrive" in terms of usage?


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Mister Micawber  +  930038 Tue, 06 Oct 09 07:07 AM
Welcome to English Forums, Shaan.


The words are not synonyms.  'Come' means 'move in the direction of the speaker and/or listener'.  'Arrive' means 'finish coming (or going)'.
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