Thesaurus results for GOTCHA

gotcha

noun

ˈgä-chə

Definition of gotcha

as in hitch

a danger or difficulty that is hidden or not easily recognized the gotcha in the low monthly rate quoted by the cable company is that it is a teaser and good for only six months

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Recent Examples of gotcha In one light, this is a real gotcha moment. — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 28 May 2026 These popular videos focus on clip-worthy gotcha questions, one-line zingers and screaming matches edited for virality. — Lisa Pavia-Higel, The Conversation, 27 May 2026 Later, Molo’s attempt at a gotcha was further dampened when Altman’s lawyer, Savitt, re-examined Altman. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 13 May 2026 And sometimes the gotcha nature of the reports backfires. — ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for gotcha

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Noun

Before every project hits the factory floor, a computer analysis calculates every cut and sorts out unforeseen hitches that can bring traditional projects to a halt such as conflicts between plumbing lines and bearing walls, Glenn said.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
All six exterior colors are included in the price and a tow hitch comes standard.

— Brooke Crothers, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026

Definition of hitch

Noun

Many who rely on copper-wire landlines live in remote rural areas, but some also live in the hills and canyons of major metro areas like Los Angeles, where cell and internet service is patchy and the risk of natural disasters is high.

— Jenny Jarvie Follow, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
The goal is to improve inspection quality while reducing the risks associated with labor-intensive maintenance work.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026

Definition of risk

Noun

The tension between the various competing interests is handled with nuance and without taking sides, all while showing both the pitfalls and the wondrous potential of this annual spectacle.

— Stuart Miller, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
The nightcap for this dance party of an album takes an honest look at the unforeseen pitfalls and points where success was not a certainty.

— Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 6 July 2026

Definition of pitfall

Noun

His administration has hit numerous snags in court, with judges reaffirming that the Constitution gives states — not the federal government — authority over elections.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Gurman claims the foldable is still on track to arrive later this year, despite chatter about manufacturing snags.

— Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 1 July 2026

Definition of snag

Noun

Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn hit a flyout to Crow-Armstrong, who zigzagged a bit before making a slightly awkward catch for the first out of the frame.

— Andy Martinez, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
Shortstop Francisco Lindor backed up and called off the converging outfielders before losing his footing and falling right in front of Tyrone Taylor, who tripped over Lindor while failing to make the catch.

— Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 5 July 2026

Definition of catch

Noun

One image showing land mines was widely republished by Thai media outlets and bolstered Thailand's claims that Cambodia had laid new mines along the border that wounded patrolling Thai soldiers.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 June 2026
The younger Modrić’s childhood home in the village of Jasenice was abandoned and remains so to this day, with signs warning visitors of land mines in the area.

— Sanat Pai Raikar, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 June 2026

Definition of land mine

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Turning to Tennessee, Nebraska long snapper Kevin Gallic, Wisconsin long snapper Nick Levy and Wisconsin kicker Nathanial Vakos are central to a new court filing in Tennessee federal court on Thursday.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 9 July 2026
His new deal includes a fourth-year player option and a 15% trade kicker.

— Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

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