catches
Example Sentences
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A low threshold catches more potential threats but increases false alarms.
From Salon • May 12, 2026
“Young Sherlock” star Dónal Finn plays Tom Hayward, a potential love interest for Mary, and Laurie Davidson plays the dashing William Ryder, who also catches Mary’s fancy.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026
Maybe the furnace needs replacing, a medical bill arrives out of the blue, or an education expense catches you by surprise.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026
Most have only a single entrance, so unless something catches your eye, you are likely to poke your head in and move on.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Ana catches up with me on the long cement walkway that leads from the gym to the cafeteria.
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
