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to reach out
[phrase form: reach]
01
to contact someone to get assistance or help
Transitive: to reach out to sb
Examples
She urged him to reach out to his family.
He reached out to the local community for volunteers to assist with the charity event.
02
to stretch one's hand or arm to touch, take, or connect with something or someone
Intransitive
Examples
The child reached out to pet the friendly dog.
He reached out and grabbed the book from the high shelf.
03
to make an effort to communicate or connect with someone in a positive and supportive way
Transitive: to reach out to sb
Examples
She decided to reach out to an old friend she had n't spoken to in years.
The organization reached out to potential donors for support in their charity work.
04
to try to help or support other people in some way
Transitive: to reach out to sb
Examples
We are reaching out to the most vulnerable members of the community.
He often reaches out to his colleagues with offers of assistance.
05
to make an effort to attract the attention and interest of someone
Transitive: to reach out to sb
Examples
He's reaching out to young voters.
So far, his administration has failed to reach out to hard line Republicans.
06
to extend toward something
Examples
The tree 's branches reach out over the river, creating a beautiful canopy.
The river 's banks reach out into the plains.
