Finally, the cat pounced and caught the bird.

Meaning: At the end of a period of time, the cat jumped or moved suddenly and quickly to take hold of the bird.

Choice of Words: Finally means at the end of a period of time or after a series of events. Pounced means to jump or move suddenly and quickly. Caught means to take hold of something that is moving or falling.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

• The cat finally caught the bird, ending the chase.
• The cat pounced on the mouse and caught it.
• The cat pounced on the butterfly and caught it.
• Finally, the cat caught the mouse, its sharp teeth sinking into its prey.
• Finally, the cat caught the mouse.
• The cat finally caught the mouse in its mouth.
• As dawn broke, the cat finally caught the mouse.
• Finally, it caught a mouse and ate it.
• He finally caught the ball, feeling a sense of accomplishment.
• Finally caught, pigs safe now.