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 The coach has become somewhat famous for his motivational speeches and catchphrases that showed how the South American was assimilating into the US spirit. David Close, CNN Money, 7 July 2026 Across eight seasons, That '70s Show became a fan favorite thanks to its sharp humor, memorable catchphrases and relatable coming-of-age storylines. Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026 Those who know Illig will repeat the same catchphrases he’s repeated for years now. Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 11 June 2026 King was probably best known for his large assortment of catchphrases. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 9 June 2026 As his catchphrases and personality caught on, Hogan began one of his most famous feuds with Andre the Giant. Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026 From courtside catchphrases to his podcast and decades on Bulls broadcasts, King became a unifying, exuberant voice for generations of Chicago basketball fans. Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026 And of course, all those neon signs are back, with tons of new summer catchphrases. Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 1 June 2026 Michael Madowitz, principal economist at the Roosevelt Institute, a Washington think tank focused on economic policy, says economists don’t have enough catchphrases for every strange state the economy can reach. Brandon Kochkodin, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for catchphrases
Noun
  • Aside from some placards with slogans for her party, there was no indication of who the new occupant was.
    Stephania Taladrid, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
  • Doyle advises leaving clothing with political slogans, inflammatory messages, or offensive language at home.
    Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 15 July 2026
Noun
  • On the night before the World Cup final, Argentinian fans took over Times Square, singing and chanting and waving banners.
    Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026
  • Giant banners showing the faces of Karl Marx, Friedrich Engels, Vladimir Lenin, and Leon Trotsky adorned its rallies.
    James Kirchick, The Atlantic, 21 July 2026

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“Catchphrases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/catchphrases. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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