1
as in handed
to shift possession of (something) from one person to another
would you reach me the potatoes, please?
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2
as in contacted
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 affected
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 reached
The mechanism for the implementation of this plan will be part of the final deal, to be reached within 60 days.
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Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy, USA Today, 19 June 2026
But once the official festivities reached capacity, many found a different way to join in.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Threads has reached 500 million monthly users, a rapid ascent fueled by Meta's unique ability to instantly transfer its massive Instagram audience.
—Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
The Esports World Cup 2025, which was the event’s second year, reached 750 million viewers worldwide and generated 350 million hours watched, with peak concurrent viewership of nearly 8 million during the League of Legends at EWC ’25 tournament.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 18 June 2026
Respondents were reached by live caller, text and online.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 18 June 2026
Australia reached the Round of 16 in the last World Cup and in 2006; this is the Socceroos’ seventh appearance.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 18 June 2026
With one out and runners on first and second, the Dodgers superstar, who had already reached base four times, was due up.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
Iran did not confirm that a deal had been reached.
—Sarah Dean, NBC news, 12 June 2026
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy, USA Today, 19 June 2026
But once the official festivities reached capacity, many found a different way to join in.
—Hannah Kliger, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Threads has reached 500 million monthly users, a rapid ascent fueled by Meta's unique ability to instantly transfer its massive Instagram audience.
—Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
The Esports World Cup 2025, which was the event’s second year, reached 750 million viewers worldwide and generated 350 million hours watched, with peak concurrent viewership of nearly 8 million during the League of Legends at EWC ’25 tournament.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 18 June 2026
Respondents were reached by live caller, text and online.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 18 June 2026
Australia reached the Round of 16 in the last World Cup and in 2006; this is the Socceroos’ seventh appearance.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 18 June 2026
With one out and runners on first and second, the Dodgers superstar, who had already reached base four times, was due up.
—Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2026
Iran did not confirm that a deal had been reached.
—Sarah Dean, NBC news, 12 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reached
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The prize in the amount of €30,000 ($34,400) was handed to the two projects, which were among seven works in progress that screened for a panel of industry professionals this week in Cluj.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
21 June 2026
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One example of a surprising fashion show led to interaction with guests presenting the spring 2024 collection in Milan, when staff members handed envelopes to attendees seated in the two grandstands facing a minimal black set.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
21 June 2026
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Disney then contacted the California Air Resources Board, which issued a violation in 2024, forcing the park to pay a $56,250 fine and change the ride.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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Of course, representatives for both Swift and Kelce had nothing to say to Page Six when contacted for comment.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
20 June 2026
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Similar to the recalls listed above, owners of vehicles affected by the recall are expected to be mailed a letter notifying them of the issue by July 6, according to NHTSA.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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This network is often affected by conditions such as Alzheimer's disease and depression, according to the researchers.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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The bill passed unanimously in the state Senate in January.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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More than a decade has passed since Cristiano Ronaldo last played a football match in the United States.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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So who got a some fries with their shake?—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
22 June 2026
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This is the same team that got all of the hostages out of the tunnels of Gaza that nobody said could be done.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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Having grown up in the Philippines and surrounded by the music her parents loved, Leus saw an opportunity to pay homage to the artists who influenced her life while also raising awareness of Filipino music and artists from both older and newer generations.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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Any perception that contracts, tax incentives or agency appointments are being influenced by political pressure could create a broader problem for an island competing for manufacturing or pharmaceutical projects.—
Vera Lucia Pappaterra,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
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The 22-year-old is now a regular starter for Manchester City and has impressed in both the Premier League and Champions League.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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She was cut during training camp From the onset of training camp, Dastrup impressed Finglass and Trammell with her showmanship.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
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The agency also suggested washing items and surfaces that may have touched the formula using hot, soapy water or a dishwasher.—
Hannah Sacks,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
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One also alleged Busfield touched his genitals several times, according to the criminal complaint.—
Liza Esquibias,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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“Reached.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reached. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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