Caught on
Spread and caught on are semantically related. in accessible topic. In some cases you can use "Spread" instead a verb "Caught on".
Mutual synonyms
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JoJo's Bizarre Adventure: the anime's 2nd OP is a good demonstration of the glam Bishōnen action, but you can't realize how Campy it is until you perform or see the poses in real life, which caught on first with fans and spread to other anime and Japanese idols and celebrities.
Source: Camp -
Secret Keeper: Played for laughs in season 2 "Caught on Tape" when Tim reveals his extreme reaction to poison ivy, including having unknowingly spread it to his groin, Ducky assures him he will keep this between them.
Source: Series / NCIS
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