reach out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To extend one's hand(s) forward; to reach for something.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He reached out to catch the falling snowflake.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To ask for help.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To make more friends, to increase one's group of friends or acquaintances.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “reach out” mean?
To extend one's hand(s) forward; to reach for something.
Is “reach out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.