CATCHING ON Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

catching on

verb

present participle of catch on

as in going over

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So picking up Pete, rounding the bases, and then going back in the dugout and everything that unfolds while that’s happening is just as important as the play-by-play of that ball going over the fence.

— Will Sammon, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Whether incorporated through a chic shoulder bag, lightweight layers, or comfy footwear, suede adds visual interest to any outfit without going over the top.

— Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 28 Aug. 2026

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The Grand Slams and players are working out how the council will be selected and structured, with further details expected soon.

— Douglas Robson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Some fitness enthusiasts swear that working out on an empty stomach burns more fat, while others insist that eating beforehand is essential for maximizing energy and performance.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of working out

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Rashan Gary and future Hall of Famer Von Miller are now coming off the edge, and potential Defensive Rookie of the Year Caleb Downs is making his NFL introduction.

— Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
The streetcar hurtled down the hill before coming off the rails on a bend and smashing into a building, leaving the wooden cabin a crumpled wreck.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026

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The quirky sci-fi comedy starring Diedrich Bader and Chris Parnell did not end up panning out for Spelling.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Aug. 2026
There were theories that 007 First Light could slide in as one of the sleeper hits of 2026, and, at least critically, that idea seems to be panning out.

— Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026

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