cat-and-mouse

Example Sentences

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The whole point of a cat-and-mouse tale is to show us how clever the mouse is, but Daniel doesn’t do anything the average person wouldn’t think of.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Based on an actual meeting between the two, it’s a cagey game of cat-and-mouse, with the publisher taking the measure of a nervous, still-inexperienced journalist, looking for reassurance that his reporting will prove out.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Like so many horror trends, these gonzo cat-and-mouse games are a unique product of our time.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

There is definitely a cat-and-mouse element to the relationship.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

Ma didn’t know she was part of a cat-and-mouse show; she was happy to play ’long.

From "The Journey of Little Charlie" by Christopher Paul Curtis