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catchable

  • a word derived from catch.
    catch
    verb (used with object)
    to seize or capture, especially after pursuit: to catch a runaway horse.

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The catchable trout average 12 to 14 inches, while the jumbo trout typically are bigger than 14 inches.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 16, 2024

Root found extra bounce and took the edge, only for a catchable chance to deflect off Foakes' thumb.

From BBC ● Jan. 26, 2024

Asante Samuel Jr. penalty on third-and-20 on a pass that did not look very catchable.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 21, 2023

Taylor and Outman converged on the catchable ball, but when Taylor and Outman knocked each other’s glove hands, the ball dropped for a two-base error that was charged to Taylor.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 12, 2023

“Jessica Barrone. Gold for ten years, at least. The best. If the Recluse is catchable, Barrone’s the one to do it.”

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin