REACH-ME-DOWN Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

reach-me-down

adjective

Definition of reach-me-down

as in secondhand

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While imposing administrative burdens, the regulation is expected to supercharge the already booming secondhand fashion market, which grew four times faster than primary retail last year.

— Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
In addition to the sale, Anthro also offers incredible discounts on secondhand NUULY finds, like this cute Linen Blend A-Line Skirt, which was $138 and is now $30.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 25 June 2026

Definition of secondhand

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Tweets featuring antisemitic dog whistles are also blasted onto an enormous dashboard — hand-me-down technology formerly used by the Patriots during team practice to run plays.

— Jackie Hajdenberg, Sun Sentinel, 29 June 2026
From tiaras to pearl-drop earrings, here’s a list of the royal hand-me-downs Kate Middleton has inherited from Princess Diana through her husband.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 26 June 2026

Definition of hand-me-down

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Larcz uses two devices, one worn and one placed in your environment, to coach morning light habits.

— Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 21 July 2026
When worn day and night, the Circa can keep tabs on health metrics including your heart rate and blood oxygen saturation that can help detect conditions such as asthma and sleep apnea.

— Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 21 July 2026

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