catch flies

as the crow flies

In a straight line distance between two locations, as opposed to the road distance or over land distance.

as the gull flies

In a straight line distance between two locations, as opposed to the road distance or over land distance.

catch a body

to kill, to murder

catch a break

To experience the minimal amount of good luck or a favorable outcome.

catch a case

To be infected with a disease; used with of.

catch a cold

To contract a cold.

catch a date

Of a prostitute, to secure a client who is willing to pay for services.

catch a fade

To get knocked out (struck and rendered unconscious).