reach for

verb

reached for; reaching for; reaches for

1

: to move one's hand in order to get or touch (someone or something)

She reached for the salt and pepper.

He reached into his pocket for a dime.

2

: to try hard to achieve or succeed at (something)

Success won't come to you, you have to reach for it.

Examples of reach for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In fact, skin prep sets the stage for better blending and longevity long before reaching for your favorite foundation and blush. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2026

Neither museum officials nor the Carabinieri could immediately be reached for comment. — ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026

More broadly, Palmer often gravitates toward bold pumps and sandals from Jimmy Choo, Christian Louboutin and Giuseppe Zanotti, while regularly reaching for Vans and Nike sneakers off-duty. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 16 Aug. 2026

Neither museum officials nor the Carabinieri national gendarmerie could immediately be reached for comment. — Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026

Rhymes for reach for

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• ashore
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore