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.

Examples of capitalize on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Inevitably people started to capitalize on that fun aspect of the sport, and Agassi was called upon to participate. —Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025

Thursday, the Twins provided the opportunity for another Guardians heartbreaker by failing to capitalize on their own chances. —Dan Hayes, New York Times, 2 May 2025

Exporters in recent years had capitalized on the exemption, which allowed goods valued at under $800 to enter the US without tariffs or customs duties. —Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2025

The Trump International Hotel & Tower, developed alongside the Trump Organization, is perfectly positioned to capitalize on this growth, offering investors a unique opportunity to participate in Dubai's success story. —Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Apr. 2025

Rhymes for capitalize on

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