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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Millions more gained coverage during the COVID-19 pandemic after Becerra implemented a freeze on Medicaid disenrollment and administered generous but temporary tax credits that put the cost of Obamacare plans within reach for more people. Christine Mai-Duc, NPR, 23 Aug. 2026 Consider this swivel papasan chair, for instance, which blends classic style with modern comfort, or this textured side table that adds a refined touch while keeping your snacks and drinks within reach. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 20 Aug. 2026 But even with just one bat going, the postseason is certainly within reach. Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026 That goal is no longer within reach, and annual traffic deaths have increased since 2017. Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 19 Aug. 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 26 Aug. 2026.

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