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within striking distance (of someone or something) 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, withinwithin striking distance COMMON1. 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, withinwithin striking distance near enough to hit or achieve.See also: distance, striking, withinwithin 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 |