Meaning of the word "make contact with" in English

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make contact with

US /meɪk ˈkɑːntækt wɪθ/
UK /meɪk ˈkɑːntækt wɪθ/
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Phrase

1.

to communicate with someone, especially by phone or email

Example:
I need to make contact with the client regarding the new proposal.
She tried to make contact with her long-lost brother.
2.

to touch something or someone

Example:
The ball failed to make contact with the bat.
His hand accidentally made contact with the hot stove.
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