reach out
Americanverb phrase
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to contact or try to contact someone (usually followed by to).
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to try to help a person or group that is in need, socially marginalized, etc. (usually followed by to).
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to seek help or support.
Example Sentences
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Araki made the film in part, he says, to reach out to a younger generation and shake them out of their digital-age complacency.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 24, 2026
If you do reach out to his friends or find contacts through his social media, that could put your mind at ease.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 17, 2026
Her business consists of a mix of affiliate content, where she earns a share of sales by commission, and fixed-fee deals with brands that reach out to her, Simhony said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 15, 2026
"I've had a few people with CF kids reach out to me," he said.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
He wanted to yell out, to warn May, to reach out and protect her from this.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
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