striking distance

synonyms for striking distance

On this page you'll find 2 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to striking distance, such as: close grips, and close quarters.

In Nebraska, Democrat Chuck Hassebrook is within striking distance of Republican Pete Ricketts.
Return of the Blue State Republican Governor? | David Freedlander | September 10, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
U.S. air bases, housing dozens of American fighters and bombers, are well within striking distance of Iraq.
U.S. Aircraft Could Strike Iraq Tomorrow | Eli Lake, Tim Mak | June 13, 2014 | THE DAILY BEAST
The truth is that Romney remains within striking distance—and to count him out would be a tremendous misstep.
Too Soon for Obama to Celebrate | Doug Schoen, Jessica Tarlov | September 17, 2012 | THE DAILY BEAST

You come here for history and to be within striking distance of a good city wander.
Gal With a Suitcase | Jolie Hunt | June 5, 2010 | THE DAILY BEAST
But you never know: the blues always remains within striking distance.
The Sky Is Falling | Stanley Crouch | February 5, 2009 | THE DAILY BEAST
How lucky I am to be alive, with a thing so deadly and monstrous within striking distance of me!
The Man from Time | Frank Belknap Long
That would bring him within striking distance to be torn to pieces before he could deal a second blow.
The Wonder Book of Knowledge | Various
In all three cases hostile armies were arrayed within striking distance of each other, and the generals were careworn.
Homer and His Age | Andrew Lang
As he came within striking distance of 262 Eaton Square he had the advantage of an unusual and brilliant spectacle.
The Regent | E. Arnold Bennett
He had only one longing, to stand within striking distance of the cowardly curs, only one fear, that they should escape him.
Corporal Cameron | Ralph Connor

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