caught on

Definition of caught onnext
past tense of catch on

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for caught on
Verb
  • Arnault went over the fashion brands starting with Dior, whose new creative director, Jonathan Anderson, presented his debut couture for the house on Monday, and whose first products arrived in stores on January 2.
    Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
  • The state might overpay a provider because a parent got a raise, went over the program’s income eligibility, and didn't report it right away.
    Beki San Martin, Freep.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • That’s worked out wonderfully for Green, who recently signed a new five-year deal with WWE and continues to do great work on TV week in and week out.
    Blake Oestriecher, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
  • Research shows that women who worked out in the morning reduced their post-workout blood pressure.
    Health Editorial Team, Health, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Andrei Kuzmenko, who the Kings acquired from the Flyers at last season’s trade deadline, appeared to score a goal that would have extended the Los Angeles lead to 3-0 in the first period, but the Flyers challenged that the play was offside, and after review the goal came off the board.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Jan. 2026
  • Domantas Sabonis came off the bench to post 24 points, 16 rebounds and six assists for the Kings (12-34), who have lost four in a row.
    Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 24 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • His final day is on Friday, when he will be succeeded by Ronald Hicks.
    Timothy Cardinal Dolan, New York Daily News, 1 Feb. 2026
  • This was a moment Greco pushed for and succeeded.
    Carmela Karcher, CBS News, 31 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Stocks @ Night is a daily newsletter delivered after hours, giving you a first look at tomorrow and last look at today.
    Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 30 Jan. 2026
  • The physician examines and treats patients; manages medical needs and makes sure care is delivered according to professional medical standards.
    Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 29 Jan. 2026
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“Caught on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/caught%20on. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.

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