caught
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When Iran started shooting at ships the U.S. was guiding through the strait three weeks later in early July, it caught the U.S. by surprise.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
Klaasen was superbly caught by a diving Donald on the boundary before Bracewell was pinned lbw, and the crowd came to life at Dawson's swings and misses at his first two balls.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
Will Smith took part in batting practice Friday and caught a bullpen session.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026
Many new homeowners are often caught off guard by these costs.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 15, 2026
‘If you get caught in a snowstorm,’ Renn had said, ‘you dig yourself a snow cave and wait till it stops.’
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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