catching up

verb

Definition of catching upnext
present participle of catch up
1
as in trapping
to catch or hold as if in a net a young idealist who got caught up in the political fanaticism of the times

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2
as in fascinating
to hold the attention of as if by a spell completely caught up in opera ever since he saw La Traviata

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3
as in interesting
to hold the attention of so caught up in the game that she didn't note the passage of time

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4
as in informing
to give information to catch me up on what's been happening at the office

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catching up
  1. informing
  2. telling
  3. occupying
  4. advising
  5. thrilling
  6. immersing
  7. instructing
  8. involving
Verb
  • That’s what happened when Slay, sidelined for three fourth-quarter plays, ran back onto the field after informing one defensive back coach but not the other.
    Brooks Kubena, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
  • When Kate’s husband Hal (Rufus Sewell) takes matters into his own hands, informing the President of the move, the news literally kills him.
    Katie Campione, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
Definition of informing
Verb
  • By some accounts, this Santa Tracker initiative kicked off by complete accident in 1955, when a Colorado Springs Sears printed a newspaper announcement telling children to call a certain phone number to chat with Santa.
    Jeff Spry, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Unfortunately, many in the United States may even question whether CENTCOM is telling the truth.
    Peter Suciu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of telling
Verb
  • Following Assad’s fall, Israel has expanded its presence beyond the Golan Heights, occupying areas deeper inside Syria and justifying the move by citing security concerns.
    Hamidreza Azizi, Foreign Affairs, 23 Dec. 2024
  • While landfills may not emit hazardous compounds, non-biodegradable debris is occupying more and more space.
    Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of occupying
Verb
  • On social media, the department has avoided mentioning flu shots in posts about the flu, instead advising people to wash their hands and cover their coughs.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Universities in general are taking a cautious approach, stopping short of predicting a ban, but advising international students to plan ahead and prepare for potential delays at immigration control.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of advising
Verb
  • Equally thrilling for the faithful will be photo evidence of George and Andrew going caroling in disguise.
    Kim Willis, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Ice canoeing is a thrilling winter activity unique to the province, combining canoeing with the challenges of frozen rivers and icy terrain.
    Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of thrilling
Verb
  • For one special day, these children and their families set their worries aside, immersing themselves in the magic of the season and the warm embrace of their local community.
    Melissa Noel, Essence, 19 Dec. 2024
  • Some start immersing themselves in the reason for the cinematic season the day after Halloween, others at Thanksgiving, and the rest as soon as the calendar tips into December.
    Simon Thompson, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of immersing
Verb
  • He could be seen instructing Diogo Dalot, the player closest to him, movement by movement, pass by pass.
    Charlotte Harpur, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Hassan would allegedly send the informant links for purchasing firearms and ball bearings for bombs, instructing him to pay in cryptocurrency.
    Ben Brachfeld, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of instructing
Verb
  • Carro, known for his tough stance on crime and his experience with cases involving terrorism enhancements, will play a key role in shaping the trial's proceedings.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Related Articles Once privatized, Nordstrom isn’t expected to diverge much from its current priorities involving aggressive expansion of the Rack off-price chain, digital growth and comp gains at the Nordstrom upscale department store business.
    David Moin, WWD, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of involving
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