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Dutch Reach

Welcome to the Vancouver Lexicon. Its purpose is to pin down the patois of the City of Vancouver by recording its toponyms, nicknames, slang terms, personalities, places, and other Van-centric things. Full A-Z here.

Dutch Reach | safety, transportation | A move in which the driver of a parked car uses their right hand (opposite the door handle) to open their door, thus having to turn their shoulder and look to see if a cyclist is in danger of being hit. Though taught in driver’s ed classes in the bike-crazy Netherlands (hence the name), the wise practice remains uncommon elsewhere, including Vancouver.

Usage: “I know it sounds a little dirty, but if you come with me to my car I will buckle you up and show you the Dutch Reach…”

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