reach-me-down

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reach-me-down
Adjective
  • Next wave of luxury consumers Affordability is the top reason for buying secondhand luxury items, cited by 80% of respondents, according to BCG’s report.
    Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2025
  • As the holidays creep up, some consumers plan to play secondhand Santa.
    Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The outfit was a hand-me-down from her beloved dog, Sophie, who is no longer with us.
    Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
  • The brand has been a favorite among parents for decades because of its durable materials, elevated designs, and major hand-me-down potential.
    Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • You should also be prepared to replace worn hoses, especially for ranges that connect with flexible gas lines.
    Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Reddit threads dissect what’s real and what’s not, cataloging whether a timepiece is authentic, era-appropriate, or even properly worn.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2025
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“Reach-me-down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reach-me-down. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

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