Catch and Loosen

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Catch verb - To take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly.

Usage example: we tried to catch the kitten before she could sneak out the door

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Loosen is an antonym for catch in ensnare topic.

Nearby Words: catchy, catching, catcher

Loosen verb - To make less taut.

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Catch is an antonym for loosen.

Nearby Words: loose, looseness, loosely, loosening, loosener

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