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
And the experience of reaching the grand Baroque castle southeast of Paris is just as memorable as the destination itself, thanks to the journey onboard the Joie de Vivre, built specifically for the Seine River.
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Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
And with no imports reaching the island, Cubans have to eat what’s grown locally, said CiberCuba (Valencia).
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 31 May 2026
While stock markets continue reaching new highs, many observers question whether current valuations accurately reflect economic fundamentals.
—Robert Ginsburg, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
That’s particularly true for women, many of whom had to spend decades fighting for professional opportunities and institutional respect in Hollywood before finally reaching positions of genuine authority.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 31 May 2026
The Angels are on track to miss the postseason for a 12th consecutive season, prompting restless fans to call for new owners who will invest in building a team capable of reaching the playoffs.
—Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
So far, researchers have found tube systems on Mars reaching over 746 miles (1,200 kilometers), enough to cover the continental United States three times over.
—Tom Brown, Space.com, 25 May 2026
This will also usher in noticeably cooler temperatures for much of the West for Tuesday into Wednesday, with highs going from the 70s and 80s for most of Monday down into the 60s and barely reaching the 70s on Tuesday and Wednesday.
—ABC News, 24 May 2026
That to me, in the end, will not be reaching the goals initially set forth here, and so that's-that's the big question.
—CBS News, 24 May 2026
Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 2026
And with no imports reaching the island, Cubans have to eat what’s grown locally, said CiberCuba (Valencia).
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 31 May 2026
While stock markets continue reaching new highs, many observers question whether current valuations accurately reflect economic fundamentals.
—Robert Ginsburg, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
That’s particularly true for women, many of whom had to spend decades fighting for professional opportunities and institutional respect in Hollywood before finally reaching positions of genuine authority.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 31 May 2026
The Angels are on track to miss the postseason for a 12th consecutive season, prompting restless fans to call for new owners who will invest in building a team capable of reaching the playoffs.
—Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
So far, researchers have found tube systems on Mars reaching over 746 miles (1,200 kilometers), enough to cover the continental United States three times over.
—Tom Brown, Space.com, 25 May 2026
This will also usher in noticeably cooler temperatures for much of the West for Tuesday into Wednesday, with highs going from the 70s and 80s for most of Monday down into the 60s and barely reaching the 70s on Tuesday and Wednesday.
—ABC News, 24 May 2026
That to me, in the end, will not be reaching the goals initially set forth here, and so that's-that's the big question.
—CBS News, 24 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reaching
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Nye stopped short of handing a full victory to Boise.—
Darin Oswald,
Idaho Statesman,
3 June 2026
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First, tax cuts in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act generated larger-than-usual refunds earlier this year, effectively handing consumers a cash cushion just as income was weakening.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
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He was also ordered to stay away from the victim, prohibited from contacting her directly or indirectly in writing, through a telephone, or via social media.—
Peter D'Oench,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Rozier’s conditions of release prohibited him from contacting any team members of the Heat and the Charlotte Hornets, including players, coaches and medical staff members.—
Chloe Atkins,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
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Evans said power limitations are already influencing economic development decisions.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
2 June 2026
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This cooling shifts atmospheric circulation, influencing weather around the globe.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
1 June 2026
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Congress could also intervene, Budington said, by passing legislation that allows a private right of action after data breaches, allowing victims to pursue cases directly instead of relying on state laws or waiting for state attorneys general to take up a case.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
4 June 2026
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The long days of summer feel designed for leisurely train travel, journeys that unfold at an unhurried pace and encourage travelers to settle in and enjoy the passing scenery.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2026
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Both Landman and The Madison have been renewed for new seasons, with Landman heading into its third and The Madison getting a second, but the Landman stars could not divulge any details about what to anticipate in season 3.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
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But getting the shoes, walking around in my spare time in New York in heels, which Carolyn does in the show and Sarah Pidgeon does not.—
Yvonne Villarreal,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2026
Verb
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The postmortem highlighted nearly two dozen laws that the city attorney’s office identified as affecting Meridian city business, some requiring minor tweaks to standard practices and others necessitating city-code overhauls.—
Rose Evans
June 6,
Idaho Statesman,
6 June 2026
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The journey is a tribute to raise awareness of the mental health crisis affecting veteran communities, but also serves as a reminder this is a human issue.—
Britta Miller,
The Washington Examiner,
6 June 2026
Verb
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Earlier this year, the cofounder of payments firm Block announced that the company would lay off nearly half of its workforce, impacting about 4,000 staffers.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
1 June 2026
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There was no earthquake nor anything impacting the ground, the USGS said.—
Marlene Lenthang,
NBC news,
30 May 2026
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As children mature, parents (and society at large) prepare them for adulthood by impressing upon them the fact that their actions have consequences, and their agency increases.—
Ted Chiang,
The Atlantic,
3 June 2026
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When a female of the species shows up to check out a male’s fancy digs, the male tosses his shiniest objects in her direction and shows off his plumage in hopes of impressing her.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
2 June 2026
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“Reaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reaching. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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