out·reach
ˌau̇t-ˈrēch 
outreached; outreaching; outreaches
1
a
: to surpass in reach
b
: exceed
the demand outreaches the supply
2
: to get the better of by trickery
out·reach
ˈau̇t-ˌrēch
1
: the act of reaching out
2
: the extent or limit of reach
the outreach of the Ohio floods—
Clifton Johnson
Clifton Johnson3
: the extending of services or assistance beyond current or usual limits
an outreach program
also
: the extent of such services or assistance
Synonyms
Examples of outreach in a Sentence
Verb
The singer's talent outreaches the dull songs she is asked to perform.
Noun
He is responsible for the campaign's outreach to college students.
Recent Examples on the WebGail Mitchell, Billboard, 16 July 2024
Engage in public speaking, write articles, and participate in community outreach to demystify psychedelics and promote informed discussions about their therapeutic potential.
—Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 16 July 2024
After dropping out and endorsing Trump, Burgum continued outreach in Washington that was widely understood as a quiet campaign for an administration role.
—Marianne Levine, Washington Post, 16 July 2024
The New York State Police Counterintelligence Unit is conducting outreach to local law enforcement to check for suspicious activity.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 15 July 2024
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Noun
In addition, educational programs and community outreach will be part of the celebration.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 16 July 2024
Engage in public speaking, write articles, and participate in community outreach to demystify psychedelics and promote informed discussions about their therapeutic potential.
—Sonia Singh, Rolling Stone, 16 July 2024
After dropping out and endorsing Trump, Burgum continued outreach in Washington that was widely understood as a quiet campaign for an administration role.
—Marianne Levine, Washington Post, 16 July 2024
The New York State Police Counterintelligence Unit is conducting outreach to local law enforcement to check for suspicious activity.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 15 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for outreach
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“Outreach.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outreach. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.
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