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Also, within reach . Within one's means or powers or understanding. For example, The legatees were extremely greedy, taking whatever of their aunt's came within reach , or Don't price this item too high; it should be in reach of the average customer : This expression dates from the mid-1500s, as do the antonyms out of reach and beyond reach , meaning “unattainable”; for example, This plan is out of reach for most subscribers , or His explanation is beyond my reach .

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[tawr-choo-uhs ]

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