catchphrase
noun
catch·phrase
ˈkach-ˌfrāz 
ˈkech-
1
: a word or expression that is used repeatedly and conveniently to represent or characterize a person, group, idea, or point of view
2
Examples of catchphrase in a Sentence
popular catchphrases like “politically correct”
one of those advertising catchphrases that, if you think about them, don't mean much of anything
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And if everything comes together, the tattoo will represent much more than a podcast catchphrase.
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Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
Those who know Illig will repeat the same catchphrases he’s repeated for years now.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
King was probably best known for his large assortment of catchphrases.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2026
As his catchphrases and personality caught on, Hogan began one of his most famous feuds with Andre the Giant.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
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Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 14 June 2026
Those who know Illig will repeat the same catchphrases he’s repeated for years now.
—Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026
King was probably best known for his large assortment of catchphrases.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2026
As his catchphrases and personality caught on, Hogan began one of his most famous feuds with Andre the Giant.
—Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
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“Catchphrase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catchphrase. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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