as in arrival
the act of coming upon a scene
with the advent of the mass-produced automobile, the need for a better system of roads and highways soon became apparent
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Recent Examples of advent
The media company is partnering with Advent Allen Entertainment to create and launch a fully immersive experience based on its Top Gun franchise, which stars Tom Cruise.
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Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 May 2025
Blue Owl Capital Advent Global Opportunities managing director Mohammed Anjarwala highlighted Blue Owl Capital , an alternative investment asset management company, as his top idea.
—Pia Singh,yun Li, CNBC, 14 May 2025
The next Pope would be installed in time for the new liturgical year, which will begin with Advent, on Sunday, November 30th, and carry the Jubilee celebrations through to next January.
—Paul Elie, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2025
Parking is available at Advent Health Medical Group Cardiology (1613 N. Mills Ave.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Mar. 2025
Family, friends and devoted fans are currently holding a vigil outside of the Advent Health Training Center, praying for divine intervention, but the prognosis is grim.
—Mike Bianchi, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2025
This Advent and Christmastide have felt so different from past years.
—Addison McMillan, Austin American-Statesman, 31 Dec. 2024
But during what amounts to a two-month Advent calendar term?
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 27 Dec. 2024
This affordable beauty Advent calendar includes 24 products from Clinique, Olaplex, Lancôme, Elemis and more.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024
Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 23 May 2025
Blue Owl Capital Advent Global Opportunities managing director Mohammed Anjarwala highlighted Blue Owl Capital , an alternative investment asset management company, as his top idea.
—Pia Singh,yun Li, CNBC, 14 May 2025
The next Pope would be installed in time for the new liturgical year, which will begin with Advent, on Sunday, November 30th, and carry the Jubilee celebrations through to next January.
—Paul Elie, New Yorker, 17 Apr. 2025
Parking is available at Advent Health Medical Group Cardiology (1613 N. Mills Ave.
—Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Mar. 2025
Family, friends and devoted fans are currently holding a vigil outside of the Advent Health Training Center, praying for divine intervention, but the prognosis is grim.
—Mike Bianchi, Orlando Sentinel, 2 Mar. 2025
This Advent and Christmastide have felt so different from past years.
—Addison McMillan, Austin American-Statesman, 31 Dec. 2024
But during what amounts to a two-month Advent calendar term?
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 27 Dec. 2024
This affordable beauty Advent calendar includes 24 products from Clinique, Olaplex, Lancôme, Elemis and more.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 21 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advent
Noun
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Harris-Dawson reshuffled the council’s committee assignments last year, offering plum spots to the newest arrivals.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
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Hydrangeas that only bloom on the current year's fresh, green growth (also referred to as new wood) should be neatened up or cut back in early spring, well before the arrival of summer.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
Noun
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While bouncy, youthful skin is widely celebrated, there’s something special about complexions that have enjoyed an illustrious life — even if that means the appearance of fine lines, crepey texture, or pesky wrinkles.—
Jennifer Chan,
People.com,
21 May 2025
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Jace Jung had just a .364 OPS in 52 plate appearances before he was sent down.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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“Advent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advent. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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