catch
Example Sentences
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Local water managers were caught off-guard by the decision, but they said they convinced Army Corps officials to release less water than originally planned.
From Los Angeles Times
Based in Houma, in the heart of the Louisiana bayou, they began enjoying increased prices for their catch last year.
Investors may be hoping for a calmer landscape next year but there’s plenty of scenarios that could catch markets off guard.
From Barron's
As they improve, PE valuations will begin to catch up with the public markets.
From Barron's
Markets may eventually catch on—but only if they stop looking for a bazooka and start paying attention to the plumbing.
From Barron's
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