catch on
verb
caught on; catching on; catches on
1
: to become aware : learn
2
: to become popular
this idea has already caught on
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Examples of catch on in a Sentence
she caught on to the fact that they were planning a surprise party
he finally caught on to the concept of phototaxis
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Make sure the closure will come apart if the hat gets caught on something, for the baby's safety.
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Casey Clark, Parents, 23 May 2024
Because for the past 18 years, Richards has largely stayed out of the public eye — ever since he was caught on camera in 2006 hurling racial insults, including the N-word to a group of hecklers during a stand-up set.
—Gillian Telling, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
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Casey Clark, Parents, 23 May 2024
Because for the past 18 years, Richards has largely stayed out of the public eye — ever since he was caught on camera in 2006 hurling racial insults, including the N-word to a group of hecklers during a stand-up set.
—Gillian Telling, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024
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“Catch on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catch%20on. Accessed 31 May. 2024.
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