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.
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To capitalize on that popularity, Lululemon will introduce more than 20 new styles for men and women along with accessories such as bags, bottles and hats for the entire league.
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, the Texans scored on their first eight possessions, with quarterback CJ Stroud capitalizing on the opportunity.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2025
Deliveries are up 8% versus the analogous stretch in 2024, and while some of those gains may be attributed to the adjustments made to the ratings currency, the league has capitalized on a schedule that ensured maximal exposure for the Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs and … Detroit Lions.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Despite this vast reserve, Brazil’s production remains limited, and the country has yet to fully capitalize on its potential.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2025
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Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, the Texans scored on their first eight possessions, with quarterback CJ Stroud capitalizing on the opportunity.
—Ben Church, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2025
Deliveries are up 8% versus the analogous stretch in 2024, and while some of those gains may be attributed to the adjustments made to the ratings currency, the league has capitalized on a schedule that ensured maximal exposure for the Dallas Cowboys, Kansas City Chiefs and … Detroit Lions.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Despite this vast reserve, Brazil’s production remains limited, and the country has yet to fully capitalize on its potential.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2025
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“Capitalize on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/capitalize%20on. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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