striking distance
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striking distance
noun
striking distance
noun
Britannica Dictionary definition of STRIKING DISTANCE
[noncount]
:
the distance from which something can be easily reached
— often used figuratively
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The snake was within striking distance.
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They live within striking distance of the city. [=they live close to the city]
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They were almost within striking distance of their goal. = Their goal was almost within striking distance. [=they were close to achieving their goal]
