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catching

[kach-ing] / ˈkætʃ ɪŋ /


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It may sound decidedly less-than-special, but the idea of gifting something practical for the Feb. 14 holiday appears to be catching on.

From MarketWatch

Paying attention to Munich helps prevent geopolitical events from catching investors off guard.

From The Wall Street Journal

That scavenging behavior may also increase their risk of catching and spreading the virus across Antarctica, according to the researchers.

From Science Daily

His best move might not have been catching air or nailing a tight turn.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I said, ‘Oh God, mom, she was wearing my gloves,’” she said, her voice catching with emotion.

From Los Angeles Times