Fox could not reach.

Meaning: This means that the fox was unable to get to the apple.

Choice of Words: Fox is a type of animal. Could is a verb that is used to describe something that is possible or allowed. Not is a word that is used to negate or deny something. Reach means to arrive at or come into contact with something. When you put them together, "Fox could not reach" means that the fox was not able to arrive at or come into contact with the apple.

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