reach for

phrasal verb

reached for; reaching for; reaches for

: to move one's hand in order to get or touch (someone or something)

She reached for the salt and pepper.

He reached into his pocket for a dime.

: to try hard to achieve or succeed at (something)

Success won't come to you, you have to reach for it.

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As the confetti fell on the field afterward, Carter reached for the trophy with his right arm, keeping the left tightly by his side. —

Audrey Snyder, The Athletic, 1 Jan. 2025 The Trump International Hotel Las Vegas could not be reached for further comment or information. —

Ramsey Touchberry, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 1 Jan. 2025 As for his signature cocktail, the reality television talk show host usually reaches for a can of Fresca to mix with his preferred liquor. —

Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Dec. 2024 And right now, countless stars are reaching for this one eye-catching detail that makes jackets even more winter-ready. —

Nicol Natale, People.com, 31 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for reach for