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as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
will need a catchy slogan to sell the new product, which is actually pretty boring
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as in difficult
requiring exceptional skill or caution in performance or handling
Professor Hartman's exams always include at least one catchy question
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as in sporadic
lacking in steadiness or regularity of occurrence
she was so winded that her breathing came in catchy gasps
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Recent Examples of catchy
The Paradox played catchy, loud songs at an NFT party — the group just became the first Black band to top Billboard’s alternative rock charts.
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Ramon Ramirez, Austin American Statesman, 19 Mar. 2026
Jonas and Rudd both perform their own catchy versions of ‘How to Write a Song Without You’, the romantic, heartfelt ballad at the center of the film.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2026
These colorful, catchy songs and situations help teach valuable friendship skills for kids of all ages.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 13 Mar. 2026
His strength — a timelessness unbound to a philosophy or fashion — has been a weakness when the modern owner of a Premier League club has expected a sales deck with catchy buzzwords evocative of tactical innovation.
—James Horncastle, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
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Ramon Ramirez, Austin American Statesman, 19 Mar. 2026
Jonas and Rudd both perform their own catchy versions of ‘How to Write a Song Without You’, the romantic, heartfelt ballad at the center of the film.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2026
These colorful, catchy songs and situations help teach valuable friendship skills for kids of all ages.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 13 Mar. 2026
His strength — a timelessness unbound to a philosophy or fashion — has been a weakness when the modern owner of a Premier League club has expected a sales deck with catchy buzzwords evocative of tactical innovation.
—James Horncastle, New York Times, 10 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catchy
Adjective
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Tips for a great visit Arriving early can make a noticeable difference.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2026
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Use the dome light and flashers to make your vehicle more noticeable.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Putting in the new chip was more difficult.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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The rest will be more difficult.—
Doug Haller,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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After a sporadic and drawn-out campaign of vague teasers for a new album called Iceman, the rarely understated rapper unveiled a stack of frozen bricks at 81 Bond Street yesterday (April 20), promising that the release date is hidden inside.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
21 Apr. 2026
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There are also sporadic blooms throughout the summer months.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Amid widespread reconsideration of prominent people accused of wrongdoing, some wondered whether Jackson might disappear from playlists.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Kevin Hart, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Spike Lee, Martin Lawrence, Jennifer Hudson, Judge Reinhold, Tracy Morgan and Kenan Thompson were among the prominent entertainers, comedians and actors who stepped out to celebrate Murphy at AFI's event.—
Tommy McArdle,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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There were others like it against Ohtani as well, showing the Mets are still fouling off tough pitches and trying to keep at-bats alive, and some standout defensive plays made as well.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The toughest day belonged to someone who didn't even play.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Journalists in the bubble get the pope’s speeches ahead of time and have occasional access to delegation members, as well as other information in real time from the Vatican spokesman.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Electric Bleu is French food caressed with California seasonality and the occasional pop of Aussie nostalgia.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The latest development marks a dramatic departure from when the company was founded in 2015 by former professional soccer player Tim Brown and renewable resources expert Joey Zwillinger.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Macy's closed its headquarters in Cincinnati two years after shuttering its downtown Cincinnati store, which was among dozens of stores Macy's closed across the country as foot traffic declined, primarily due to a dramatic shift toward online shopping and discount stores.—
Randy Tucker,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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This was essentially a copy of the main laser beam, used as a sensitive probe to detect tiny fluctuations that the main system couldn’t easily see.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Apr. 2026
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Berries, leafy greens, and other fresh fruits and vegetables are also particularly sensitive to temperature fluctuations.—
Bridget Shirvell,
Martha Stewart,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Catchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catchy. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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