out of reach
Example Sentences
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The Sparks were always just out of reach in their 79-69 loss to the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday night, despite Rae Burrell’s career-high 22 points and a late comeback bid.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Executives at the world’s biggest automakers say they recognize that a new car is out of reach for more Americans.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026
The 1.5C and 2C limits in the Paris accords refer to sustained long-term warming -- typically over 20 years -- so temporary breaches do not necessarily mean the long-term goal is out of reach.
From Barron's • May 28, 2026
The "first rung of the career ladder has thinned" and that for "too many young people it is now simply out of reach", Milburn is set to say in a speech later.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
Alex made a half-hearted attempt to take it back, but Jordan held it way up high, out of reach, as he stared down at Alex.
From "Eleven" by Tom Rogers
