Reaching (Noun)
Meaning 1
The act of physically reaching or thrusting out.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- She made a desperate reaching for the liferaft as the ship sank.
- The child's reaching for the cookie jar was swift and decisive.
- His sudden reaching out for the steering wheel prevented the car from crashing.
- The swimmer's reaching forward to touch the wall of the pool was the key to winning the competition.
- The rock climber's careful reaching for handholds allowed her to complete the challenging ascent.
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Meaning 2
Accomplishment of an objective.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.