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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

reaching

/riːtʃɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does reaching mean?

verb

To extend or stretch out the hand or a part of the body in order to touch or reach something. To arrive at or achieve something after a period of time or effort.

Example

"She was reaching for the book on the top shelf."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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