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reaches

REET-shihz

Reaches (noun) means the furthest limits or extent of something, especially a river or an area. Example: “They sailed into the upper reaches of the river.”

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The furthest limits or extent of something, especially a river or an area.
"They sailed into the upper reaches of the river."

How to use reaches

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In plain EnglishThe far or outer limits of an area, often used for stretches of a river or the edges of a subject.

Common pairings
upper reaches outer reaches far reaches
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They sailed into the upper _____ of the river.

stretches expanses tracts extents spans distances

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Frequently asked questions

What does “reaches” mean?

The word “reaches” means the furthest limits or extent of something, especially a river or an area. In plain terms, the far or outer limits of an area, often used for stretches of a river or the edges of a subject.

How do you pronounce “reaches”?

“Reaches” is pronounced REET-shihz (/ˈɹiːt͡ʃɪz/ in IPA).

How do you use “reaches” in a sentence?

Here is “reaches” used in a sentence: “They sailed into the upper reaches of the river.”

What part of speech is “reaches”?

“Reaches” is a noun.

Is “reaches” a common word?

“Reaches” is a fairly common word in modern English.

What is the difference between the upper reaches and lower reaches of a river?

As a noun, "reaches" refers to distinct stretches of a river. The "upper reaches" are the sections nearer the source, while the "lower reaches" are those nearer the mouth or sea.

When do you use "reaches" as a noun instead of a verb?

As a noun, "reaches" names the extent or furthest limits of something, especially a river or region, and is almost always plural. As a verb, it is the third-person form of "reach," as in she reaches the top.

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