1
as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
we tried to catch the kitten before she could sneak out the door
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2
as in to get
to become affected with (a disease or disorder)
you'll catch the flu for sure if you don't get a shot
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3
as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
I caught myself just as I was about to step into the freshly poured concrete
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as in to secure
to put securely in place or in a desired position
caught back her hair with a barrette
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as in to know
to have a clear idea of
I didn't catch the point you were making about our nation's foreign policy
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as in to trick
to cause to believe what is untrue
a number of media outlets were caught by the woman's hard-luck story
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as in to encounter
to come upon face-to-face or as if face-to-face
I'll catch you at the library tomorrow
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as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I looked out the window just in time to catch the neighbor's dog digging up my flower bed
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as in to chase
to move fast enough to get even with
despite the suspect's considerable lead, the fleet-footed police officer was able to catch him and make an arrest
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as in hitch
a danger or difficulty that is hidden or not easily recognized
the catch is that you have to come up with the money by tomorrow
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as in prize
someone or something unusually desirable
everyone thought the captain of the football team was a real catch
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as in haul
the total amount collected or obtained especially at one time
the total catch for our day at the creek was six fish and a crab
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Recent Examples of catch
Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 17 Apr. 2025
The allegations against him came to light in July 2022 when his victim, who is now 13, was caught watching pornography and said Weems previously showed it to her, per WUSA, Baltimore Banner and CBS News.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2025
But, of course, there's a catch: Shopping at Costco requires a membership.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025
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Verb
On Tuesday, Bloomberg reported that the mayor of Heath, Ohio — where work was paused — caught the city officials by surprise.
—Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 17 Apr. 2025
The allegations against him came to light in July 2022 when his victim, who is now 13, was caught watching pornography and said Weems previously showed it to her, per WUSA, Baltimore Banner and CBS News.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 16 Apr. 2025
Noun
The Royals had the tying run at second base when MJ Melendez smoked a line drive to right field with two outs in the ninth, but Bellinger robbed him of a would-be-game-tying hit with a full-extension diving catch.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2025
But, of course, there's a catch: Shopping at Costco requires a membership.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catch
Verb
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Antetokounmpo finished the game by scoring 36 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, and blocking two shots.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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So grab a pencil, a few colors or a coloring book and enjoy your boosted brain power.—
Ann Kowal Smith,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Otherwise, a ton of talented players got to achieve their dreams this weekend.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Apr. 2025
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After the performances are over and this year's inductees are revealed, viewers will get the chance to vote for their favorite contestants before eliminations.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The confrontation stopped and restarted as the man appeared to try to get the knife away from Perez over the fence.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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When the American money stopped flowing, the local soup kitchen closed and Ms. Musa went out searching for food.—
Declan Walsh,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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Ricketts cited the priority that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has placed on helping the Asia-Pacific secure itself against China.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Apr. 2025
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Rookie center Zach Edey played well above his age in his first taste of the NBA postseason, scoring 14 points and securing 17 rebounds.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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Francis, who took his name after Saint Francis of Assisi, was known for his outreach to the poor and those in poverty and that will be reflected in his minimalist burial at Saint Mary Major.—
Kevin Shalvey,
ABC News,
26 Apr. 2025
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Martha Stewart previously slammed former friend Ina Garten The lifestyle maven is known to cook up beef with fellow lifestyle brand competitors, including taking aim at former friend Ina Garten in September.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
26 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Deceptive tactics trick users into providing biometric data unknowingly.—
Mohamed Lazzouni,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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The light from screens can trick your brain into staying awake.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Health,
24 Apr. 2025
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The investigating vessels encountered three Chinese coast guard vessels, whose movements became increasingly confrontational as their South Korean counterparts neared their destination at about 2:30 p.m. February 26, according to media accounts.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Mississippi borrowers can encounter annual percentage rates (APRs) up to an astounding 572%.—
Aisha Nyandoro,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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After his College Hill debut, his skin cleared up and people noticed.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
24 Apr. 2025
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People can improve their ability to notice and feel this positive emotion.—
Monica Y. Bartlett,
The Conversation,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Catch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catch. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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