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Reaching - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Reaching means extending a part of the body, like an arm, to touch or grasp something. It can also describe achieving a goal or arriving at a destination after effort.

reaching

/ˈriːtʃɪŋ/ /ˈriːtʃɪŋ/

Definition:

Extending or stretching out to touch, grasp, or achieve something.

Synonyms:

extending, attaining, achieving, touching, stretching

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

falling short, missing

Common Collocations:

reaching out, reaching for, reaching an agreement, reaching a goal

Derivatives:

reachable, unreachable

Usage Tips:

Use "reaching" to describe physical extension or achieving a goal; avoid overuse in abstract contexts.

Common Phrases:

reaching for the stars, within reach, out of reach

Etymology:

From Old English *rǣcan*, meaning to extend or stretch out; related to Dutch *reiken* and German *reichen*.

Examples:

  • 1. She is reaching for the book on the top shelf.
  • 2. The team is close to reaching their fundraising target.
  • 3. He kept reaching out to his old friends for support.
  • 4. The vine is slowly reaching across the garden fence.

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