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reaches

Pronunciation: [riːtʃɪz]

Word

Learn how to use reaches in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical distance”

(verb) to extend your hand or arm to touch something that is a bit far away. Imagine you want to grab a toy that's on the table, so you stretch out your arm to get it.

Example

She reaches for the cookie jar on the top shelf.

Example

He can't reach the book on the high shelf because he is too short.

Example

Can you reach the light switch from where you are sitting?

Context: “achievement”

(verb) to attain or achieve a goal, like when you work hard to get something you want. For example, if you study a lot and then get a good grade, you have reached your goal.

Example

After years of practice, she finally reaches her dream of becoming an artist.

Example

Despite all his efforts, he has not reached his goal of improving his grades.

Example

Have you reached your target for your reading this month?

Context: “interaction”

(verb) to make contact or communicate with someone, like when you call your friend or send a message. When you reach out, you are trying to connect with them.

Example

He reaches out to his classmates to ask for help with homework.

Example

She didn't reach out to anyone when she was feeling sad.

Example

Have you reached out to your teacher about the project?

How to pronounce reaches

Pronunciation: [riːtʃɪz]

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