reaching (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈriːtʃɪŋ/
Definition
Extending one's arm or hand to touch or grasp something.
Examples
She was reaching for the top shelf when she lost her balance.
He was reaching out to help the fallen pedestrian.
The cat was reaching a paw under the door to get attention.
How to Use reaching
- reach for (prepositional phrase)
- To extend one's arm or hand in order to touch or grasp something. — "He was reaching for the cookie jar on the counter."
- reach out to (prepositional phrase)
- To try to communicate with someone or offer help. — "The organization is reaching out to homeless people in the city."
- reach a point (collocation)
- To arrive at a specific stage or level. — "We are finally reaching a point where we can see progress."
- reach an agreement (collocation)
- To come to a mutual understanding or decision. — "After long negotiations, the two parties are reaching an agreement."
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