catch the imagination of
idiom
: to impress (someone) as exciting and enjoyable
Her books have caught the imagination of children from around the world.
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In the bullpen closer Emmanuel Clase could certainly catch the imagination of fans.
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Paul Hoynes, cleveland, 28 Apr. 2022
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