capitalize on

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

Jordan Lawlar capitalized on the miscue with a two-out triple into the left-center field gap for a 2-1 lead. — ABC News, 20 Sep. 2026

Meanwhile, some other companies are capitalizing on alignment fears. — Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 19 Sep. 2026

Movements like fibermaxxing have made certain folks more motivated than ever to get the nutrient and capitalize on its benefits — such as preventing constipation, lowering cholesterol and contributing to satiety. — Audrey Bruno, Washington Post, 19 Sep. 2026

Jupiter capitalized on their next possession after receiving the ball. — Alex Kushel, Sun Sentinel, 18 Sep. 2026

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