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beyond someone's reach
idiomDefinition of beyond someone's reach
1
: not close enough to be touched or picked up by someone
The ball was beyond her reach.
2
: not within someone's power to do or achieve
Our budget is strained, so buying a new car is beyond our reach right now.
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