within reach

idiom

1
: close enough to be touched or picked up : nearby
He kept a dictionary within reach.
2
: close enough to be achieved
Victory was within reach.

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The clock is ticking, but the opportunity to strike the right deal is still within reach. Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 16 Jan. 2025 As her senior season continues, Te-Hina Paopao’s dreams are well within reach. Jenn Nelson, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 Despite the Packers' struggles, including three interceptions thrown by quarterback Jordan Love, the team remained within reach for most of the game but ultimately fell short. John Mac Ghlionn, Newsweek, 14 Jan. 2025 Studies show that implementing DRE systems could potentially cut emissions by as much as 50% in these areas, proving that sustainability is within reach. Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for within reach 

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“Within reach.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/within%20reach. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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