within reach

phrase

1
: close enough to be touched or picked up : nearby
He kept a dictionary within reach.
2
: close enough to be achieved
Victory was within reach.

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At JioHotstar, our vision is to use technology to bring the finest stories within reach of every Indian. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 Oct. 2026 Seven lead changes through three quarters left the outcome within reach. — C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 21 Oct. 2026 Kerr is obviously well within reach of Holzman and Jackson on that list. — ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026 When dinner winds down, the energy shifts toward the many sides of Las Vegas nightlife, with live music, headline shows, and the casino all within reach. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for within reach

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“Within reach.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/within%20reach. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026.

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