striking distance
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Rather than actively chasing prey, the snake may have relied on ambush tactics, remaining concealed until another animal came within striking distance.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 14, 2026
Johnston remains in striking distance, in fourth place entering Saturday’s round.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 29, 2026
Still, it’s worth noting the S&P 500 is within striking distance of an all-time high with Tesla, Meta and Microsoft all down more than 25% from their most recent 52-week highs.
From Barron's ● Jun. 29, 2026
Despite the pullback on Tuesday, most of the major U.S. stock indexes remain within striking distance of record territory.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 23, 2026
And the victory put the Under Thirteen Fugees within striking distance of first place, if they could keep winning.
From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John
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