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to catch out
[phrase form: catch]
01
to put someone in a difficult position
Examples
The coach caught the players out by changing the game strategy at the last minute.
The surprise quiz caught the students out, as they were n't prepared for such a difficult set of questions.
02
to find evidence that shows someone is being dishonest
Examples
She catches out her brother sneaking into the house after curfew.
The manager caught out the employee for falsifying the expense report.
