catch on
Example Sentences
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But in the early 2010s, seemingly out of nowhere, record collectors in the West caught on to the genre.
From BBC
But to see its empowering mania catch on with young girls in an era lousy with messages devaluing a woman’s worth is particularly gratifying.
From Salon
An HR executive caught on the big screen at a Coldplay concert embracing her boss has described how "the harassment has never ended" following the viral moment.
From BBC
Unbeknown to him, Jessica's gaze had caught on a little girl in a rainbow skirt, confused, scared and alone - calling out for her mummy and daddy.
From BBC
He was almost caught on 52, only for Carse to put down an extremely difficult chance, while an England review for caught behind was struck down when Carey had 72.
From BBC
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