Catch example sentences

"Catch" Example Sentences

1. I tried to catch the flying football but missed.
2. The hunter laid a trap to catch the rabbit.
3. The teacher caught the student cheating on the exam.
4. The thief tried to run away but the police caught him.
5. We saw a rainbow as we were driving but couldn't catch it.
6. She caught a cold from playing in the rain.
7. The kids caught frogs at the pond.
8. I caught a glimpse of the deer running through the woods.
9. The fish caught the bait and hooked itself.
10. Catch the bus or you'll be late for work.
11. The children love to catch lightning bugs in the summer.
12. Try to catch the puppy before it runs into the street.
13. I always catch the early train to work.
14. He caught the ball with one hand and scored a touchdown.
15. We caught a beautiful sunset on our hike.
16. My cold is catching; I think I gave it to my wife.
17. We were delighted to catch up with old friends at the party.
18. I didn't quite catch what you said. Could you repeat that?
19. The fiddle player caught the music like wildfire.
20. The criminal tried to flee but the police soon caught up to him.
21. Don't catch your fingers in the door.
22. Don't forget to catch your bus!
23. The penalty catch put their team in a winning position.
24. He caught hell from his boss for being late again.
25. She caught the bouquet at the wedding.
26. Luckily we caught the mistake before it caused any major problems.
27. The fish were biting and we caught plenty for dinner.
28. The kids ran after the ice cream truck, but couldn't catch it.
29. Watch out or you'll catch your dress on that nail.
30. The spy attempted to catch the secret message but failed.
31. She caught my eye from across the bar.
32. The kitten is trying to catch the laser light spot on the wall.
33. The rising football player hopes to catch the attention of NFL scouts.
34. Be sure to catch the dog before he runs into the street!
35. The train leaves in 5 minutes, you'll have to run to catch it!
36. My husband and I love to catch up on the weekends.
37. The burglar tried to escape but the police soon caught up to him.
38. The early bird catches the worm.
39. The cunning thief managed to always catch the jewelry store employees off guard.
40. I like to catch up on my reading in the evenings.
41. I think I'm coming down with a cold - my wife's seems really catching.
42. The actor hopes to catch the attention of directors with his big breakout role.
43. This trout will be perfect to catch and release.
44. The detective tried to catch the criminal's lies in his statement.
45. The little boy loves to play catch with his dad using a baseball and mitt.
46. Don't forget to set your alarm so you don't oversleep and miss catching your flight.
47. The intel team tried to catch the enemy communications but failed.
48. The fans caught a glimpse of their favorite singer as he left the stage door.
49. Try and catch that falling vase before it breaks!
50. The secret agent attempted to catch the encrypted datastream.
51. I hope to catch up with you soon over lunch.
52. She caught her foot on the sidewalk and fell, bruising her knee.
53. The ball player hopes to catch the attention of the major league scouts.
54. Watch out, you'll catch your sleeve on that nail if you're not careful.
55. I need to catch up on my chores this weekend.
56. Don't catch a chill from staying out in the cold and rain.
57. The small child tried to catch the butterfly but it flew away.
58. The thieves tried to catch the security guard off guard but he was too alert.
59. My alarm didn't go off and I nearly missed catching my flight!
60. The pregnant woman hoped the baby would catch before labor began.

Common Phases

1. Catch a break - To have some good luck; a stroke of good fortune.
2. Catch as catch can - In any haphazard manner possible.
3. Catch some rays - To sit in the sun and tan one's skin.
4. Catch someone off guard - To take someone by surprise.
5. Catch someone red handed - To discover someone in the act of doing something wrong.
6. Catch someone's eye - To attract or get someone's attention visually.
7. Catch someone napping - To catch someone unprepared or unawares.
8. Catch your breath - To regain normal breathing after exertion.
9. Catch some z's - To take a nap (from "catching" some sleep).
10. Catch fire - To suddenly generate great interest or enthusiasm.
11. Catch a cold - To become infected with a common cold virus.
12. Catch (someone's) drift - To understand what another person means.
13. Catch (someone's) fancy - To attract someone's interest or attraction.
14. Catch hell - To be severely scolded, criticized or punished.
15. Catch one's death - To become ill from exposure to cold or wet weather.