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catches

  • plural of catch.
  • present tense form of catch (3rd person singular).

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But all too often, VIX rises in August and catches traders unprepared.

From MarketWatch Jul. 23, 2026

Brown, McVay and general manager Les Snead ultimately chose to stick with the 13th-year pro and future Hall of Famer, who last season led the NFL with 14 touchdown catches.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 23, 2026

In Apam, trader Evelyn Akorful, 41, has seen catches fluctuate with the seasons but has nevertheless noticed a steady decline over the years.

From Barron's Jul. 23, 2026

If the Houthi blockade catches up more than Saudi ships, crossings could fall even further, Kpler analysts said.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 21, 2026

Jay’s arm reaches high, his hand catches it.

From "Paradise on Fire" by Jewell Parker Rhodes