reach out to (someone)
phrasal verb
reached out to; reaching out to; reaches out to (someone)
1
: to offer help or support to (someone)
a community reaching out to refugees
2
: to try to get the attention and interest of (someone)
He's reaching out to young voters.
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Authorities are urging anyone with information, insights or tips related to the case to reach out to Hickory police or contact Investigator Peacock at 828-261-2620.
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Staff Reports, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2025
The sleep expert encourages those who have questions or concerns about their sleep habits to reach out to their primary care provider.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Feb. 2025
Slaton-Young said Hilco should reach out to local stakeholders, ensuring those most committed to launching new developments know about all potential deals.
—Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2025
The Trump administration quickly took steps to distance itself from Kyiv and reach out to Russia.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2025
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Staff Reports, Charlotte Observer, 23 Feb. 2025
The sleep expert encourages those who have questions or concerns about their sleep habits to reach out to their primary care provider.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Feb. 2025
Slaton-Young said Hilco should reach out to local stakeholders, ensuring those most committed to launching new developments know about all potential deals.
—Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2025
The Trump administration quickly took steps to distance itself from Kyiv and reach out to Russia.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for reach out to (someone)
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“Reach out to (someone).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reach%20out%20to%20%28someone%29. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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