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

Time is already running out to capitalize on this rare sale, so keep scrolling to shop the best 11 deals happening at Quince today — starting at $25. —Averi Baudler, People.com, 20 Mar. 2025

Nevertheless, the issue cannot remain unresolved if the U.S. is to capitalize on the growing demand for nuclear energy. —Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 20 Mar. 2025

To optimize their likelihood of success, blockchain projects must have the agility and speed to capitalize on market opportunities. —Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 19 Mar. 2025

The company aims to improve operational efficiencies and capitalize on growth opportunities in the aerospace market. —Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 17 Mar. 2025

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