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catch

Pronunciation: [/kat͡ʃ/]

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catch: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use catch in a sentence: 15 audio examples across 5 meanings.

Context: “activity”

(verb) to grab or capture something that is moving through the air or on the ground. Like catching a ball or catching a fish.

Example

He caught the football in the end zone for a touchdown.

Example

She missed the bus because she couldn't catch it in time.

Example

Can you catch this frisbee?

Context: “understand”

(verb) to comprehend or understand something that is said or done. Like when you catch onto a joke or an idea.

Example

After a few tries, she finally caught the concept of multiplication.

Example

He didn't catch the hint she was trying to give him.

Example

Did you catch what she said about the homework assignment?

Context: “unexpected event”

(verb) to become ill or infected with an illness or disease. Like catching a cold or catching the flu.

Example

I caught a cold from being out in the rain without a jacket.

Example

She never catches any of the bugs going around the office.

Example

Have you ever caught the flu during flu season?

Context: “trick someone”

(verb) to deceive or trick someone into a difficult situation or making a mistake. Like when someone says something to catch you off guard.

Example

He tried to catch her with a clever riddle, but she saw through it.

Example

She was too smart to be caught by their scam.

Example

Did they catch you by surprise with the prank?

Context: “activity”

(noun) a game where players try to throw and catch a ball or object. Like baseball, football, or playing catch with a frisbee.

Example

Let's play a quick game of catch before dinner.

Example

He was never good at playing catch with a baseball.

Example

Do you enjoy playing catch with friends?

How to pronounce catch

Pronunciation: [/kat͡ʃ/]

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