Pesquisar
to catch up
[phrase form: catch]
01
atualizar, repor
to exchange information or knowledge that was missed or overlooked
Intransitive: to catch up on a task
02
alcançar, ultrapassar
to go faster and reach someone or something that is ahead
Intransitive: to catch up with sb/sth
03
se envolver em, cair em
to become unintentionally involved in something, often against one's will or without prior planning
Transitive: to catch up sb in a situation
Example
The accidental discovery caught up the researchers in a new avenue of exploration.
The unforeseen circumstances caught up everyone in a state of confusion.
04
pegar, recuperar
to quickly retrieve something, usually one that has fallen or left behind
Transitive: to catch up sth
Example
He caught up his umbrella and briefcase before leaving the office.
After the meeting, she caught up her notes and laptop, heading towards the conference room exit.
As the storm approached, she caught up her picnic blanket and basket, deciding to head home before the rain.
05
alcançar, recuperar
to reach the same level or status as someone or something else, especially after falling behind
Intransitive: to catch up on sth | to catch up with sth
Example
The student decided to catch up the missed lessons over the weekend.
The team hopes to catch up the lost ground in the second half of the game.
06
compensar, recuperar
to complete a task or activity that was postponed or delayed due to lack of time or other reasons
Transitive: to catch up a task or activity
Example
Can you catch up the work you missed during your vacation?
The student tried to catch up the assignments he missed during his absence.
It 's time to catch up the gardening chores after neglecting them for a month.
Exemplo
Palavras Próximas
