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reach

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. reach (in boxing, tennis, etc.)
2. reach (in advertising)
3. Leach

This loanword from English means "reach," often used in the context of mahjong to indicate that a player is one tile away from winning. More broadly, it can refer to being within reach of a goal or target in everyday conversation.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"My reach just isn't enough," he said, shoulders drooping.

Sentence 2

"The reach difference is exactly why we have to get creative," she said.

Sentence 3

My reach still isn't there yet — I can't get to the balls near the net!

Sentence 4

Is there even a strategy for making up a reach disadvantage?

Sentence 5

Under competition rules, reach is measured under standardized conditions.