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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Fetty Wap is bringing his signature catchphrase to the sandwich world.
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Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
His catchphrase is chalked out beneath.
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Jenna Thompson
june 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
The catchphrase made famous by Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign springs to mind when considering the instability that seems to have become a feature of Britain’s political life.
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Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
In my work as a psychologist and environmental scientist, critical thinking isn’t just a catchphrase.
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Joe Árvai,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
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Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
His catchphrase is chalked out beneath.
—
Jenna Thompson
june 24,
Kansas City Star,
24 June 2026
The catchphrase made famous by Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign springs to mind when considering the instability that seems to have become a feature of Britain’s political life.
—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
In my work as a psychologist and environmental scientist, critical thinking isn’t just a catchphrase.
—
Joe Árvai,
The Conversation,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for catchphrase
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“Catchphrase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catchphrase. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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