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caught

Pronunciation: [/kɔːt/]

Word

Learn how to use caught in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “games”

(verb) to capture or seize someone or something, usually in a game or by surprise. It's like when you catch a ball that's thrown to you or when you grab a butterfly with your hands.

Example

He caught the ball in the end zone and scored a touchdown.

Example

The player missed the catch and the ball fell to the ground.

Example

Did you catch the fish in the game?

Context: “general”

(verb) to intercept or get hold of something that is moving. It's like when you grab a falling cup before it hits the floor or when you grab someone before they fall.

Example

She caught the baby before it fell off the couch.

Example

I was too late to catch the train and had to wait for the next one.

Example

Did you catch the falling vase?

How to pronounce caught

Pronunciation: [/kɔːt/]

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