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as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
will need a catchy slogan to sell the new product, which is actually pretty boring
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as in difficult
requiring exceptional skill or caution in performance or handling
Professor Hartman's exams always include at least one catchy question
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as in sporadic
lacking in steadiness or regularity of occurrence
she was so winded that her breathing came in catchy gasps
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Recent Examples of catchy
This pop sensibility was something shared in common with HYDE’s music, which is aggressive but also has catchy, beautiful melodies.
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Billboard Japan, Billboard, 29 July 2025
For years, State Farm has run catchy commercials featuring former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, former Indiana Pacers shooting guard Reggie Miller, Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark of the WNBA and a host of others.
—Jessica Golden,contessa Brewer, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2025
The catchy, low-key pop tune holds steady at No. 29 on the Adult Pop Airplay ranking, dips slightly from No. 20 to No. 21 on the Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart, and climbs on the Hot 100 from No. 81 to No. 70.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2025
Between catchy musical numbers and high-energy dance breaks, the film delivers a timely message: showing up as your full self is the key to connection.
—Kaila Garrett, Essence, 5 Aug. 2025
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Billboard Japan, Billboard, 29 July 2025
For years, State Farm has run catchy commercials featuring former New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, former Indiana Pacers shooting guard Reggie Miller, Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark of the WNBA and a host of others.
—Jessica Golden,contessa Brewer, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2025
The catchy, low-key pop tune holds steady at No. 29 on the Adult Pop Airplay ranking, dips slightly from No. 20 to No. 21 on the Dance/Mix Show Airplay chart, and climbs on the Hot 100 from No. 81 to No. 70.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2025
Between catchy musical numbers and high-energy dance breaks, the film delivers a timely message: showing up as your full self is the key to connection.
—Kaila Garrett, Essence, 5 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catchy
Adjective
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There's a noticeable difference between similar comforters made with down and down alternatives.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
22 Aug. 2025
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The lines on the court illustrate the noticeable boundary differences.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Palace’s recruitment strategy depends on selling players, however difficult such deals are to stomach.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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The Chamber said the cancellation was a difficult decision but ultimately the best course of action.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Aug. 2025
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Because of the sporadic nature of the thunderstorms, the severity and impact of the monsoon can vary season to season In Tucson, Arizona, so far this monsoon season has only produced just under 2 inches of rain as of Friday, which is among the drier monsoon seasons on record.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
30 Aug. 2025
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Remaining band members Mike Shinoda, Dave Farrell, Brad Delson and Joe Hahn made sporadic appearances in the last seven years, and now new lead vocalist Emily Armstrong is hoping to carry on Bennington’s legacy while writing a new chapter with the band.—
Joseph Hernandez
August 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The prominent actress teased her fashion partnership by attending Sarah Burton’s debut Givenchy fashion show last March wearing a slim, one-sleeve dress in a striking papaya color, and toting a mini Antigona bag in box leather.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
29 Aug. 2025
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The most prominent object is a framed Ohtani Angels jersey, autographed by the ballplayer to Bowyer’s four-year-old son.—
DAVID AMSDEN,
Rolling Stone,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Sanctions have roiled Russia's economy and Trump could use tougher measures as leverage over Putin, said Richard Portes, professor of economics at London Business School.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Aug. 2025
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The logistics of pushing autonomous vessels out into the deep Pacific is tough.—
Craig Hooper,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Ivy relishes the opportunity to serve crabs to the occasional local or two three nights a week.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
27 Aug. 2025
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The Netflix Original involves many different treasure hunts, is a lot more risky, involves a couple of villains, but still has the occasional love triangle.—
Dina Kaur,
AZCentral.com,
27 Aug. 2025
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See dramatic photos of the storm by Arizona Republic photographers.—
Jane Onyanga-Omara,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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At that time, the city's public school system was in the midst of a dramatic reconstitution: The predominantly Black teacher corps had lost their jobs, and new charter schools were opening up, often hiring young, white teachers and leaders from out of town.—
Sarah Carr,
NPR,
27 Aug. 2025
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Short-term health risks, especially for sensitive populations, can include eyes, throat and nose irritation, asthma attacks, coughing and shortness of breath.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
22 Aug. 2025
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There’s another potential dynamic at play, too: Will humans be more willing to divulge more sensitive details to a machine than another human?—
Gina Chua,
semafor.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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“Catchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catchy. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.
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