catchphrases

plural of catchphrase
as in slogans
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 catchphrases Lance Oppenheim is using one of Chris Hansen’s famous catchphrases against him. — Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Sep. 2026 The official account for the Pentagon’s chief technology officer, Emil Michael, has posted propaganda using Q catchphrases as military slogans. — Matthew N. Hannah, The Conversation, 25 Aug. 2026 So, naturally, Krukow has racked up many, many iconic catchphrases and quotes throughout the years. — Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 7 Aug. 2026 When listening to McElligott’s radio call, Blue Jackets fans could hear an unspoken homage to Penguins legendary broadcaster Mike Lange, whose gravelly goal calls and distinct, quirky catchphrases thrilled listeners. — Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 The odd catchphrases, strained analogies, random noises and awkward jokes are well below the standard set by the other lead NFL analysts. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026 Republicans use metaphor to turn unpopular policies into perky catchphrases, leaving Democrats bewildered. — Richard Yanowitch, Mercury News, 29 July 2026 When bouncing off each other, the two are like a nuclear-power plant of millennial bon mots and catchphrases. — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 27 July 2026 This movie spawned a legion of catchphrases that would be recited in schools for years following its release, in addition to a stage musical and another movie adaptation. — Devonne Goode, Parents, 26 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for catchphrases
Noun
  • Andrija Barak had been trying to disrupt the runway show on Sunday, calling out slogans about the use of wool.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Fighters loyal to the Houthi authorities, shouts slogans during a rally to recruit more fighters, in Sanaa on September 10, 2026.
    — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • The next day, Yosemite’s acting superintendent signed a new rule prohibiting people from hanging large banners and flags in areas designated as wilderness, which would include El Capitan.
    — Martin Goillandeau, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Miami City Commissioner Christine King says the banners won't show anything graphic.
    — Steve Maugeri, CBS News, 13 Sep. 2026

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“Catchphrases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catchphrases. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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