Reaching

The act of extending one's hand, arm, or other appendage to grasp, touch, or attain something. Figuratively, it signifies achieving a goal, attaining a state, or communicating with someone or something. It can describe physical actions, the extent of influence or impact, and attempts to connect or understand. reaching suggests an effort, a striving, and often implies distance, either physical or metaphorical. It highlights the ambition to interact with something beyond the current state or environment.

Reaching meaning with examples

• Sarah was reaching for the top shelf, straining her arm to grab the cookbook. She finally snagged it! The book was slightly out of reach, she needed to use a chair.
• The company's marketing campaign aimed at reaching a wider audience with its innovative new product. They wanted to introduce the product to every corner of the market.
• After years of hard work, the student was finally reaching her academic goals, getting ready to apply for her dream school.
• The subtle differences in her communication were reaching him. She was finally connecting, expressing the things they both cared about.
• The tentacles of the giant squid were reaching and exploring, searching in the depths of the ocean, looking for prey.
• He took a deep breath, reaching out to hold her hand as she walked, creating a stronger connection.