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catch up

[kach-uhp] / ˈkætʃˌʌp /








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Sodium-ion batteries are not new, as they were first developed in 1980s, but have been slower to catch up, according to the International Energy Agency.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The question for investors is when supply may catch up to demand and bring price growth back down to earth.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

If Raman can catch up and eventually surpass Pratt in the vote count, she could pose a considerable challenge to Bass as more young voters come to the polls in November.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

The recipient should also budget $1.5 million a year to maintain existing infrastructure and catch up on deferred maintenance, according to Bhakta’s website.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

He’s wheezing slightly, as if he’s been running to catch up with me.

From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins




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