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reach
This word evokes a sense of extension, whether physical or conceptual. It suggests a gap that must be bridged, creating a tension between the current position and a desired goal. When used physically, it is about the limit of the body; when used abstractly, it is about the limit of power or capability. In professional contexts, it often replaces more aggressive words like "attain" or "hit," providing a softer, more progressive feeling of arrival. It carries a connotation of effort and successful completion, implying that a target was sought and eventually found.
Countable when referring to the physical distance of an arm's length. Uncountable when referring to the general scope of influence or power.
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To stretch out an arm in order to touch or grasp something.
"He tried to reach the top shelf."
To arrive at a destination or a specific point.
"We reached the summit by noon."
To establish communication with someone.
"I have been trying to reach the manager all morning."
To achieve a particular level, amount, or state.
"The temperature reached forty degrees."