within striking distance

(with)in striking distance

1. Literally, within range for an attack. The enemy target is in striking distance, sir. Order the attack when ready.

2. Within range of being able to be attained, accomplished, etc. Finally, after months of work, the end of my thesis is within striking distance.

3. Very close. Our neighbor's fence is within striking distance of our patio, so it's never felt very secluded back here.

within striking distance (of someone or something)

In close proximity to or a short distance away from some desired thing, person, goal, or objective. A World Cup victory was within striking distance for Germany, but a last penalty kick robbed them of their prize. My grandmother's house is rather old and a bit spooky, but as it is within striking distance of the sea, it was always a favorite summer destination when we were kids.

See also: distance, someone, striking, within

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

within striking distance

COMMON

1. If someone or something is within striking distance of a place, they are very close to it. The cinema is within striking distance of ample car parking and gleaming new shops and restaurants. Ironbridge is well signposted from the motorway and within easy striking distance of both Birmingham and Manchester. Note: You can also say that someone or something is in striking distance of a place. I spent the bank holiday weekend in west London in order to be in striking distance of the festival.

2. If someone or something is within striking distance of an amount, level, or goal, they are very close to achieving it. We seem to be within striking distance of achieving 100 per cent of our objectives. Note: You can also say that someone or something is in striking distance of an amount, level, or goal. He is in striking distance of victory in the first round vote.

within striking distance

near enough to hit or achieve.

within ˈstriking distance (of something)

near enough to be reached or attacked; near: In one minute the aircraft can be within striking distance of the target. There are lakes, mountains and forests all within striking distance. OPPOSITE: out of range (of something)

词组	within striking distance
释义	within striking distance (with)in striking distance 1. Literally, within range for an attack. The enemy target is in striking distance, sir. Order the attack when ready. 2. Within range of being able to be attained, accomplished, etc. Finally, after months of work, the end of my thesis is within striking distance. 3. Very close. Our neighbor's fence is within striking distance of our patio, so it's never felt very secluded back here. See also: distance, striking within striking distance (of someone or something) In close proximity to or a short distance away from some desired thing, person, goal, or objective. A World Cup victory was within striking distance for Germany, but a last penalty kick robbed them of their prize. My grandmother's house is rather old and a bit spooky, but as it is within striking distance of the sea, it was always a favorite summer destination when we were kids. See also: distance, someone, striking, within Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. within striking distance COMMON 1. If someone or something is within striking distance of a place, they are very close to it. The cinema is within striking distance of ample car parking and gleaming new shops and restaurants. Ironbridge is well signposted from the motorway and within easy striking distance of both Birmingham and Manchester. Note: You can also say that someone or something is in striking distance of a place. I spent the bank holiday weekend in west London in order to be in striking distance of the festival. 2. If someone or something is within striking distance of an amount, level, or goal, they are very close to achieving it. We seem to be within striking distance of achieving 100 per cent of our objectives. Note: You can also say that someone or something is in striking distance of an amount, level, or goal. He is in striking distance of victory in the first round vote. See also: distance, striking, within Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. within striking distance near enough to hit or achieve. See also: distance, striking, within Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary within ˈstriking distance (of something) near enough to be reached or attacked; near: In one minute the aircraft can be within striking distance of the target. There are lakes, mountains and forests all within striking distance. OPPOSITE: out of range (of something) See also: distance, striking, within Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary See also: (with)in striking distance under attack be on the offensive offensive attack illness an attack an attack of (some illness) go for the throat strike at the root of (something) References in classic literature They had not advanced within striking distance, however, before they were discovered by one of the trappers. Adventures of Captain Bonneville USA in the Rocky Mountains and But just as he got within striking distance, the lady drew out a revolver and shot the animal, breaking his backbone. Lair of the White Worm But when he saw the canoe come down the river and take in Rokoff, when he saw it make for the Kincaid, he realized that only by possessing himself of a canoe could he hope to transport the beasts of the pack within striking distance of the enemy. The Beasts of Tarzan I'm working on an invention of a new aeroplane stabilizer, and if I go now it will be just at a time when I am within striking distance of success. Tom Swift In The Land Of Wonders NEWCASTLE Benfield moved to within striking distance of the Ray Knght League leaders with a 2-0 success at second-bottom Forest Hall Rangers. Benfield are well in touch; U-18 DIVISIONS "It is extremely rare a property of this size becomes available within striking distance of Manhattan. Office planned for Tech property Madrid: Lionel Messi came off the substitute's bench to score twice and help Barcelona to a 4-2 win at home to Real Betis that moved them to within striking distance of the La Liga title on Sunday. Magical Messi returns to put Barca on brink of title bases in Japan and Guam are within striking distance of North Korean nuclear weapons. N. Korea says U.S. bases in Japan, Guam could be targeted by nukes However, there is now genuine optimism for the second half of the campaign as the Gunners are now back within striking distance of the top four. Arsene: This is our year Yet if United can emerge still within striking distance of City, the feeling will start to grow this will again be their year. NORWICH v MAN UTD The victory means that Stockton are now just two points off the pace, although they have played a game more than their rivals, while Highway Coundon are also within striking distance after their 3-0 verdict at Bell AEI Rugby. Title race hots up as leaders lose; COVENTRY ALLIANCE But Stourbridge rallied and edged to within striking distance of the visitors. Bourgeois a class apart Iran's Shahab-3 missiles have a range of up to 1,250 miles (2,000 kilometers), putting Israel well within striking distance. Arrow missile system successfully tested by Israel A stunning run of form has seen Claudio Ranieri's men move within striking distance of leaders Inter. TITLE DREAM A ROMA RUIN That result vaulted Britain to fourth place in the standings, a sizeable 33 points behind series leaders Switzerland but within striking distance of second-placed New Zealand (113) and France (108) in third. Motor Racing: Top-three hopes; SPORT SHORTS
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