reach
What is the Definition of reach?
Noun:
- the limits within which something can be effective
- the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
- the limit of capability
Verb:
- reach a destination, either real or abstract
- reach a point in time, or a certain state or level
- move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense
- be in or establish communication with
- to gain with effort
- to extend as far as
- reach a goal
- place into the hands or custody of
- to exert much effort or energy
How can I use reach in a sentence?
Now he came to think about it every odd thing that had ever made his aunt and uncle furious with him had happened when he, Harry, had been upset or angry chased by Dudley's gang, he had somehow found himself out of their reach dreading going to school with that ridiculous haircut, he would managed to make it grow back.
The Potters smiled and waved at Harry and he stared hungrily back at them, his hands pressed flat against the glass as though he was hoping to fall right through it and reach them.
Dudley tried to grab the letter to read it, but Uncle Vernon held it high out of his reach.
This book really belongs on the top shelf where children can’t reach it easily. - Эта книга действительно должна быть на верхней полке, где дети не смогут легко достать ее.
We walked across the bridge to reach the other side of the river. - Мы перешли через мост, чтобы добраться до другого берега реки.