capitalize on

phrasal verb

capitalized on; capitalizing on; capitalizes on

: to get an advantage from (something, such as an event or situation)

They were able to capitalize on our mistakes.

She capitalized on her new fame by writing a book.

Examples of capitalize on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

There is nothing to make sure that the content is safe or that this is an appropriate way to capitalize on kids' brain vulnerabilities. —Sharyn Alfonsi, CBS News, 8 Dec. 2025

Paramount is also looking to capitalize on broader concerns — from actors and creatives— that a Netflix deal would crush competition and hurt everyone in the ecosystem. —Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 8 Dec. 2025

As goofy as the execution could be, Reality Hot Seat’s attempt to capitalize on American football’s surging popularity among women makes sense. —Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Dec. 2025

As the Buffalo Bills prepare to host the Cincinnati Bengals in a crucial Week 14 conference battle, new users can capitalize on an exclusive Sleeper promo code offer on this matchup or any other Sunday showdown. —Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2025

Rhymes for capitalize on

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