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catch a wave
to seize an opportunity as it arises.
catch air
to lift off the ground momentarily
catch as catch can
to do whatever is possible
catch big air
to jump high into the air while performing
catch dust
To remain unused or neglected.
catch feelings
To develop romantic emotions unexpectedly.
catch fire
to become popular or successful quickly
catch flies
to be idle or lazy
catch hands
engage in a physical fight.
catch heat
to receive criticism or blame
catch hell
to receive severe criticism.
catch it
to face consequences or punishment.
catch napping
Surprise someone when they are unprepared.
catch no ball
not understand or grasp something
catch of the day
the freshest fish available today.
catch on
to understand something or become popular.
catch one's death
Get very sick, often from cold.
catch oneself on
To realize one's own mistake or behavior.
catch red-handed
To catch someone in the act of wrongdoing.
catch sight of
to see quickly or suddenly
catch some rays
to sunbathe or enjoy sunlight outdoors
catch some z's
to take a nap or sleep.
catch someone napping
Surprise someone who is unprepared.
catch someone's drift
understand what someone is trying to say