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catch something on something to snag something on something. I caught the pocket of my trousers on the drawer pull and almost ripped it off. He caught the sleeve of his uniform on a branch. See also: catch catch on (with someone) Fig. [for something] to become popular with someone. I hope our new product catches on with children. I'm sure it will catch on. See also: catch How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Jarrett remembers watching Williams' catch on television from his sofa in New Jersey. Colbert's one-handed catch on a 47-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Matt Leinart not only was the exclamation point on Colbert's record-setting career, but it gave the Trojans a commanding 21-0 lead in the third quarter on their way to a 28-14 victory over Michigan. He wasted no time getting involved, with a 10-yard catch on third-and-4 on UCLA's first possession. |
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