as in slogan
an attention-getting word or phrase used to publicize something (as a campaign or product)
one of those advertising catchphrases that, if you think about them, don't mean much of anything
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Recent Examples of catchphrase
The series quickly became a pop culture juggernaut, inspiring cheeky catchphrases, viral dance moves and Halloween costumes.
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
His catchphrases became shorthand for his persistence.
—J.m. Banks
march 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2026
Espina exclaims, using a variation of his signature catchphrase.
—Sam González Kelly, Houston Chronicle, 28 Feb. 2026
There is also apparel with all the inside jokes from the show, including the infamous red shirts, the show’s famous catchphrases and plenty of Vulcan humor.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
His catchphrases became shorthand for his persistence.
—J.m. Banks
march 3, Kansas City Star, 3 Mar. 2026
Espina exclaims, using a variation of his signature catchphrase.
—Sam González Kelly, Houston Chronicle, 28 Feb. 2026
There is also apparel with all the inside jokes from the show, including the infamous red shirts, the show’s famous catchphrases and plenty of Vulcan humor.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for catchphrase
Noun
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His name also drew some of the loudest applause throughout the convention, and merchandise bearing his likeness and slogans was prominently displayed across the venue.—
Mathew Miranda,
Sacbee.com,
12 Apr. 2026
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Featuring the show’s slogan over a sunny pop of color, this sturdy ceramic mug holds a generous 15 ounces of coffee, tea, or hot cocoa, and is your Immunity Idol against a dull routine.—
Brittany Anas,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Under the terms of the agreement, Ryan will develop and produce series for a variety of platforms and create original IP for USG to adapt for television under her Scribe Chick Media banner.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
15 Apr. 2026
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Many influencers position themselves against traditional media, which offers information and entertainment under a faceless corporate banner, and instead encourage fans to develop deep parasocial bonds.—
Taylor Lorenz,
Vanity Fair,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Catchphrase.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catchphrase. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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