catchphrase
noun
catch·phrase
ˈkach-ˌfrāz 
ˈkech-
1
: a word or expression that is used repeatedly and conveniently to represent or characterize a person, group, idea, or point of view
2
Examples of catchphrase in a Sentence
popular catchphrases like “politically correct”
one of those advertising catchphrases that, if you think about them, don't mean much of anything
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Used all of the trendy catchphrases & buzz words for his podcasts.
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Brie Stimson, Fox News, 30 Jan. 2025
The title Emilia Pérez is meant to be a catchphrase — a shibboleth — honoring the trans movement as a fulfillment of the feminist movement.
—Armond White, National Review, 29 Jan. 2025
The Revenge of the Nerds actress recalled mimicking Stephanie's character, from using the iconic '90s-style ringlet curls that Stephanie wore right down to her sassy catchphrase.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 26 Jan. 2025
The Robertson family’s media franchise also features books, video games and toys, and Hallmark sold a line of greeting cards adorned with the family's faces and catchphrases.
—Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
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Brie Stimson, Fox News, 30 Jan. 2025
The title Emilia Pérez is meant to be a catchphrase — a shibboleth — honoring the trans movement as a fulfillment of the feminist movement.
—Armond White, National Review, 29 Jan. 2025
The Revenge of the Nerds actress recalled mimicking Stephanie's character, from using the iconic '90s-style ringlet curls that Stephanie wore right down to her sassy catchphrase.
—Rachel Flynn, People.com, 26 Jan. 2025
The Robertson family’s media franchise also features books, video games and toys, and Hallmark sold a line of greeting cards adorned with the family's faces and catchphrases.
—Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Catchphrase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catchphrase. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
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