catch up
Example Sentences
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When students don’t have the basic skills, they are sent to the nearby community college, often over the summer, to catch up.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2026
“The market is now waiting for the earnings to catch up to the story,” she said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026
The almost parabolic moves in parts of EM equities have been driven by earnings, as strong demand has collided with shortages and supply has struggled to catch up, he said in an interview.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 7, 2026
So watching the rest of the world finally catch up feels a little vindicating.
From Salon • Jul. 7, 2026
Seeing me turn, Elliot slowed down and walked the last few feet to catch up to me.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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