within easy reach

phrase

1
: close enough to be touched or picked up : nearby
He likes to keep a dictionary within easy reach when he's writing.
2
: close enough to be achieved
Victory was within easy reach.

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Their safari-style tents have convenient amenities, such as a kitchen and an attached bathroom, all while staying within easy reach of the water. Tree Meinch, Midwest Living, 11 July 2026 While your suitcase holds the bulk of your wardrobe, a backpack keeps your laptop, chargers, travel documents, toiletries, snacks, and other in-flight essentials within easy reach. Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 11 July 2026 The mayor’s comment came during a longer interview about how the streetcar line links the River Market, downtown, Crown Center and the Country Club Plaza, putting arts and cultural destinations along the route within easy reach. Kansas City Star, 9 July 2026 With art, culture and luxury shopping at your doorstep, the best of Florence is within easy reach. Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for within easy reach

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“Within easy reach.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/within%20easy%20reach. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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