1
as in handing
to shift possession of (something) from one person to another
would you reach me the potatoes, please?
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2
as in contacting
to transmit information or requests to
you can reach me by phone after 3:00 p.m. most days
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3
as in influencing
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
the movie adaptation just didn't reach me the way the novel did
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Recent Examples of reaching
Tuesday may see some isolated flurries early and partly sunny skies during the day, reaching a high in the low 40s, forecasts show.
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Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 16 Feb. 2026
The Dow reaching 50,000 is an amazing milestone, Silverblatt said.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
After all, Moses famously spent 40 days and 40 nights alone on Mount Sinai before receiving the 10 commandments from God, and Buddha meditated for 49 days under a Bodhi tree before reaching enlightenment.
—Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
Brennan Marion in his single season with the Hornets in 2025 guided the team to a seven-win season, the program falling just short of reaching the FCS playoffs for the fifth time in seven seasons.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 15 Feb. 2026
Gold prices have been on a record-breaking roller coaster — after reaching an all-time high of more than $5,100 in late January, the precious metal's price has been hovering around the $5,000-per-ounce mark in mid-February.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2026
Kudrna was going to be placed on their 40-man roster — a significant step toward reaching the major leagues.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026
Our old country roads weren’t built for this volume, and the strain is reaching a breaking point.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Fransein said peer mentors are wonderful at reaching clients in ways attorneys can’t.
—Raynee Howell, Oklahoma Watch, 9 Feb. 2026
Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 16 Feb. 2026
The Dow reaching 50,000 is an amazing milestone, Silverblatt said.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
After all, Moses famously spent 40 days and 40 nights alone on Mount Sinai before receiving the 10 commandments from God, and Buddha meditated for 49 days under a Bodhi tree before reaching enlightenment.
—Hannah Towey, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Feb. 2026
Brennan Marion in his single season with the Hornets in 2025 guided the team to a seven-win season, the program falling just short of reaching the FCS playoffs for the fifth time in seven seasons.
—Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 15 Feb. 2026
Gold prices have been on a record-breaking roller coaster — after reaching an all-time high of more than $5,100 in late January, the precious metal's price has been hovering around the $5,000-per-ounce mark in mid-February.
—Liz Knueven, CNBC, 14 Feb. 2026
Kudrna was going to be placed on their 40-man roster — a significant step toward reaching the major leagues.
—Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2026
Our old country roads weren’t built for this volume, and the strain is reaching a breaking point.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Feb. 2026
Fransein said peer mentors are wonderful at reaching clients in ways attorneys can’t.
—Raynee Howell, Oklahoma Watch, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reaching
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Almost fifty years ahead of the battles of World War II, the Marquis de Morès had faced death in order to avoid handing Africa over to the British and the Jews.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Feb. 2026
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In one clip, Brian prepares his father and son to set out on their college road trip, handing his dad a backpack with his son’s asthma and allergy medications inside.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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They are often held incommunicado for days or weeks and prevented from contacting family members or lawyers, according to activists monitoring the arrests.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Due to high demand, guests must secure their spot in advance by contacting participating restaurants directly through the brand’s official reservation list.—
Bebe Hodges,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
14 Feb. 2026
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This observation shows how subtle cosmic architecture directs galaxies' destinies, influencing their formation, interactions, and evolution.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
16 Feb. 2026
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These nerves transmit signals between the kidneys and brain, influencing blood pressure regulation.—
MemorialCare,
Oc Register,
16 Feb. 2026
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Freeman’s contract is already more than halfway complete, with time passing quickly and his production on the field largely remaining the same.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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The motorist and a passing Minnesota Department of Transportation snowplow operator both called 911.—
Forum News Service,
Twin Cities,
19 Feb. 2026
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For example, when Ilana is undressing, the camera is fixed on Dana being mindful to give her privacy even in their close proximity — an out of focus glimpse of Ilana’s bare backside comes only when getting a reaction of Emma taking in the weight of the moment.—
Senior Television,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Obviously, getting another gold medal for her, so happy for her.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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This will keep geese out of your yard without affecting its aesthetics.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
15 Feb. 2026
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How much Texans are able to feel how the Comptrollers office is positively affecting their lives, making their lives safer, better, more affordable.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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As early voting for the March 3 primary begins Tuesday, Dallas County officials are taking to social media feeds, radio and mailboxes to ensure voters understand a major change impacting this election.—
Tracey McManus,
Dallas Morning News,
16 Feb. 2026
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This dry season isn't just impacting water use in Broomfield, but putting firefighters on high alert as North Metro Fire put a Level Two Burn Ban in place Sunday.—
Sarah Horbacewicz,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 2026
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As well as securing the services of France under-21 international Jacquet, Liverpool recently brought young centre-backs Mor Talla Ndiaye and Ifeanyi Ndukwe to the club, with the pair impressing at the Under-17 World Cup in Qatar in November.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Rye — and restaurants like it — are Dallas’ best shot at impressing Michelin.—
Sarah Blaskovich,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Reaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reaching. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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