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.
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Several community groups submitted proposals, hoping to capitalize on the campus' performing arts space.
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Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 15 July 2025
The Rays could be looking to capitalize on Bradley's success of late, in which he's allowed three or fewer earned runs in three of his last four starts.
—Andrew Wright, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 July 2025
Applications for the program will open later this year and the government is optimistic about strong interest from those eager to capitalize on this opportunity.
—Panorama Media Ltd, Miami Herald, 14 July 2025
The Pigeons struggled to capitalize on opportunities despite having more shots on goal.
—Emma Moon, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2025
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Kelly Meyerhofer, jsonline.com, 15 July 2025
The Rays could be looking to capitalize on Bradley's success of late, in which he's allowed three or fewer earned runs in three of his last four starts.
—Andrew Wright, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 July 2025
Applications for the program will open later this year and the government is optimistic about strong interest from those eager to capitalize on this opportunity.
—Panorama Media Ltd, Miami Herald, 14 July 2025
The Pigeons struggled to capitalize on opportunities despite having more shots on goal.
—Emma Moon, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2025
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“Capitalize on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/capitalize%20on. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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