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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To capitalize on these opportunities, create systems and cultures supporting empathetic leadership:
Create Psychological Safety at Scale: Start at the top: Model appropriate vulnerability and establish clear channels for open dialogue.
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Tracy Lawrence, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Supplement makers, practitioners of alternative medicine and others in the wellness movement are hoping to capitalize on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s tenure as the nation's top health official.
—Tina Reed, Axios, 24 Feb. 2025
That was later joined by the London TV Screenings, as other distributors sought to capitalize on the buyers in the country, and today marks the opening morning of the latest event, MIP London.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 24 Feb. 2025
Holiday refused to budge an inch against Mikal Bridges in the low post, then capitalized on the Celtics’ stop in transition by spinning one way, looking another and dumping off a pretty dish to Kristaps Porziņģis.
—Jay King, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
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Tracy Lawrence, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Supplement makers, practitioners of alternative medicine and others in the wellness movement are hoping to capitalize on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s tenure as the nation's top health official.
—Tina Reed, Axios, 24 Feb. 2025
That was later joined by the London TV Screenings, as other distributors sought to capitalize on the buyers in the country, and today marks the opening morning of the latest event, MIP London.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 24 Feb. 2025
Holiday refused to budge an inch against Mikal Bridges in the low post, then capitalized on the Celtics’ stop in transition by spinning one way, looking another and dumping off a pretty dish to Kristaps Porziņģis.
—Jay King, The Athletic, 23 Feb. 2025
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“Capitalize on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/capitalize%20on. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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