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

As the top funder in all but one competitive state legislative chamber this year, The States Project built on four cycles of work to capitalize on a rare opportunity to dismantle decades of rightwing overperformance. — Daniel Squadron, New York Daily News, 8 Nov. 2026

Huff sank three baskets as Gonzaga capitalized on four Aggies turnovers to push its lead to 83-62 with seven minutes remaining. — ABC News, 7 Nov. 2026

Democrats capitalized on voters’ angst over rising prices and government corruption, riding a wave of frustration to retake control of the House and the Senate. — Valerie Gonzalez, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026

San Diego struggled throughout the first half, failing to capitalize on its opportunities despite recording four shots on goal and creating two chances. — Fernando Ramirez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026

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