reach out
phrasal verb
reached out; reaching out; reaches out
: to make an effort to do something for other people
The church is reaching out to help the poor.
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Fox News Digital has reached out to the Los Angeles County DA's office for comment.
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Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
Meanwhile, the expectant mom has reached out to her in-laws numerous times to send well-wishes on their birthdays and holidays.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 3 May 2025
So, Joey Bada$$, J. Cole and Drake all reached out to you?
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 2 May 2025
The Washington Examiner reached out to Spirit of Virginia for comment on the report.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 2 May 2025
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Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 3 May 2025
Meanwhile, the expectant mom has reached out to her in-laws numerous times to send well-wishes on their birthdays and holidays.
—Erin Clack, People.com, 3 May 2025
So, Joey Bada$$, J. Cole and Drake all reached out to you?
—Angel Diaz, Billboard, 2 May 2025
The Washington Examiner reached out to Spirit of Virginia for comment on the report.
—Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 2 May 2025
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“Reach out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reach%20out. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
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