reach out

/ɹˈiːtʃ ˈaʊt/

to reach out

MAIN VERB

[phrase form: reach]

to contact someone to obtain assistance or help

synonyms : reach

*** stretch out one's hand or arm

synonyms : extend

attempt to communicate

*** to make an effort to do something for other people

*** to try to get the attention and interest of (someone)

*** to attempt to establish friendly or sympathetic relations (with someone)

Examples

1. Can two lonely men truly reach out?

2. We are reaching out to the most vulnerable members of the community.

3. He's reaching out to young voters.

4. He reached out his hand to shake mine.