reach out

Verb (3)

1. move forward or upward in order to touch; also in a metaphorical sense“Government reaches out to the people”Synonyms: reachMore general move
2. reach outward in space“The awning extends several feet over the sidewalk”Synonyms: extendpoke outMore general be
3. attempt to communicate“I try to reach out to my daughter but she doesn't want to have anything to do with me”More general interactMore specific draw out