reaching reaching /ˈriːtʃɪŋ/

noun

1. Accomplishment of an objective  ( reaching , arrival )
   accomplishment of an objective
     The arrival of the VIPs was eagerly awaited by the crowd.
   The arrival of the VIPs was eagerly awaited by the crowd.
   
2. The act of physically reaching or thrusting out  ( reaching , reach , stretch )
   the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
     The yoga instructor encouraged her students to stretch their muscles gently.
   The yoga instructor encouraged her students to stretch their muscles gently.