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

This was most obvious during Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour, when brands capitalized on all things Taylor — friendship bracelets, themed drinks and even concert outfits. — Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026

Instead of putting forth a starter, Los Angeles opted for a bullpen game, which the A’s capitalized on. — Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026

Each game this year features two three-minute stoppages that are ostensibly designed to give players some relief from the summer heat, but broadcasters have capitalized on that time in a sport where the action is otherwise continuous. — Brett Knight, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Carriers including Avianca, Breeze, and JetBlue are rapidly expanding routes and capacity to capitalize on the newly available space. — Ted Scouten, CBS News, 1 July 2026

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