catch the ball

Frequency: 8.835.2 per million words

To stop a moving ball with one's hands.

ballVERB + BALL

Categories:

catch

Examples (10)

  • He caught the ball.
  • The outfielder positions himself to catch the ball.
  • "Throw it here! I will catch the ball!"
  • "Focus and catch the ball!" the coach yelled.
  • Catching the ball with one hand is an impressive skill.
  • He jumped high but couldn't catch the ball.
  • Did you see the amazing way she caught that ball?
  • The dog had already caught the ball before I could even stand up.
  • If you don't wear gloves, it's harder to catch the ball.
  • His primary job as a wide receiver is to catch the ball and run.