caught up in the moment
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She has coach Kelly Inouye-Perez keep her, the Division I home run queen, from getting caught up in the moment.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
At a packed wedding reception, where a couple is making the rounds and guests are caught up in the moment, slipping out unnoticed isn’t just acceptable—it might be the most polite option.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026
Rather, she tries to stay authentic to her true self instead of getting caught up in the moment.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2025
MacIntyre was so caught up in the moment he had to hold back tears leaving the green.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 16, 2023
Mamma, caught up in the moment, stood to meet her glare.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
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