- present participle of catch.
catching
Example Sentences
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Pumped-storage systems store water in reservoirs at different elevations, releasing water to generate electricity but catching it in downhill basins, then pumping it back up during periods of low power demand.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026
Researchers say the species uses a powerful spring-loaded silk trap to capture a single type of prey, catching one ant at a time in what they describe as "the ultimate specialization."
From Science Daily • Jun. 26, 2026
He apparently wants to prepare for college by being used in a more versatile role catching passes out of the backfield to show off his many skills.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 21, 2026
After dropping two catches on Friday, Rew had a better day behind the stumps, including catching the rebound when Root dropped Blundell at leg slip off Josh Tongue.
From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026
“It’s Molly, Anat’s girlfriend,” she said quickly, Anat’s name catching in her throat.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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