striking

in/within spitting distance

very close to something or someone. The great thing about the house is that it's within spitting distance of the sea. (often + of) The move to Ascot put us within striking distance of London.

See also: distance, spit, within

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within striking distance (of something)

1. very close to something. The great thing about the house is that the ocean is within striking distance.

2. very close to achieving something. The Republicans are within striking distance of winning the election.

See also: distance, within