striking distance
Example Sentences
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The US still has powerful naval and air forces within striking distance of Iran.
From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026
And, if you are wondering about whether you are within striking distance, then you are too close, said Greg Pauly, curator of herpetology at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
The Nasdaq’s 9.75% surge over its win streak puts the tech-heavy index within striking distance of an exit from correction territory.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026
Such a force would likely be stationed within striking distance of Kharg Island, Iran’s main crude export terminal and a potential target for seizure to force the Iranian regime into peace negotiations, the WSJ reported.
From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026
“Since we got back to the ship,” Piper said, “I’ve been seeing some bad stuff in the knife. The Roman legion is almost within striking distance of Camp Half-Blood. They’re gathering reinforcements: spirits, eagles, wolves.”
From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan
