within reach
idiom
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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As a result, New England is now within reach of bigger accomplishments as well.
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Matt Schooley, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2025
With five spatulas to choose from in this set, the right one for the job will always be within reach.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2025
Through small adjustments and intentional actions, good rest can be within reach this holiday season.
—Stacy Shaw, The Conversation, 18 Dec. 2025
The spacious main compartment can hold a laptop, books, cosmetics, and water, while the small side pocket is perfect for keeping your wallet, keys, and phone within reach.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2025
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Matt Schooley, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2025
With five spatulas to choose from in this set, the right one for the job will always be within reach.
—Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2025
Through small adjustments and intentional actions, good rest can be within reach this holiday season.
—Stacy Shaw, The Conversation, 18 Dec. 2025
The spacious main compartment can hold a laptop, books, cosmetics, and water, while the small side pocket is perfect for keeping your wallet, keys, and phone within reach.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Dec. 2025
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 24 Dec. 2025.
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