Actions or Perceptions (Catch)

to become ill or experience discomfort, typically due to exposure to cold temperatures

After getting soaked in the rain, she caught a chill and had to stay in bed with a fever.

to get sick with a virus that causes a runny nose, cough, and sore throat

I felt terrible yesterday; I caught cold after getting soaked in the rain.

to become sick with a higher body temperature, often because of an infection or illness

She caught a fever after traveling to a tropical country.

to become infected with the influenza virus

She caught the flu and had a high fever and body aches.

to put an stop to any activity one was doing in order to take a short break and relax a bit

After sprinting to catch the train, I needed to sit down and catch my breath.

to start burning

The old barn caught fire and burned to the ground.

to get transportation from someone, typically by joining them in their vehicle and traveling with them to a particular destination

I missed the bus, so I had to catch a ride with a friend.

to attend or watch a sporting event as a spectator

Let's catch a game at the stadium this weekend.

to get a very quick look at a thing or person

I was able to catch a glimpse of the sunrise this morning.

to obtain food, often by catching, hunting, or gathering it

While camping, they would catch a meal by fishing in the nearby river.

to suddenly or briefly see a thing or person

She caught sight of her childhood friend in the crowded market.

to get the general understanding of what someone means

I didn't understand what he was saying at first, but after a while, I caught his drift.

to attract or engage someone's focus or interest

The colorful banner outside the store caught my attention, so I went inside.