catch on
verb
caught on; catching on; catches on
1
: to become aware : learn
2
: to become popular
this idea has already caught on
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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Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 31 July 2025
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—Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 29 July 2025
The moment was caught on camera by fans, with Bryan seen slightly recoiling after the hit.
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—Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025
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Quinlan Bentley, The Enquirer, 31 July 2025
When the chief executive of data software company Astronomer was caught on a concert Kiss Cam this month, cuddling with the company's HR chief — who was not his wife — that viral moment led to their resignations and questions about leadership culture.
—Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 29 July 2025
The moment was caught on camera by fans, with Bryan seen slightly recoiling after the hit.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 29 July 2025
Astronomer: Personal Goes Public On July 16, 2025, during a Coldplay concert at Gillette Stadium, Astronomer’s CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot were caught on the venue’s kiss cam.
—Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025
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“Catch on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catch%20on. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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