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within striking distance

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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, striking, within
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But just as he got within striking distance, the lady drew out a revolver and shot the animal, breaking his backbone.
The Lair of the White Worm by Stoker, Bram View in context
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 by Appleton, Victor View in context
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 by Burroughs, Edgar Rice View in context
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