catch out

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Verb catch out has 1 sense

find out, catch out - trap; especially in an error or in a reprehensible act; "He was caught out"; "She was found out when she tried to cash the stolen checks"
--₁ is one way to detect, observe, find, discover, notice
Sample sentence:
Somebody ----s somebody

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Catch Out

Description:

Catch out is a phrasal verb that can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. It often implies detecting or tricking someone in a cunning or deceitful manner.

Sample Sentences:

1. He thought he was being sly, but she caught him out with her clever observation.

2. The detective managed to catch out the suspect in the interrogation room.

3. Don't let his innocent appearance catch you out; he is incredibly skillful at manipulating others.

4. The teacher caught out the students cheating during the exam.

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