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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Anniversary features have covered the making of its debut episode in 1975, the show’s enduring catchphrases, its fake ads, its key musical moments, its Weekend Update segment, its creator and what James Poniewozik, chief TV critic, considers to be its greatest episode.
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Dave Itzkoff, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2025
Within a few years, early cast members like Belushi and Chase were becoming movie stars and catchphrases or bits coined by the show were quoted by everyday people.
—Eric Deggans, NPR, 13 Feb. 2025
In fact, some of Guy's vocal tics inspired some of Pee-wee's most iconic catchphrases.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
The catchphrase was displayed prominently on the interior rings of the stadium and on white towels distributed to fans.
—Cale Clinton, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
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Dave Itzkoff, New York Times, 16 Feb. 2025
Within a few years, early cast members like Belushi and Chase were becoming movie stars and catchphrases or bits coined by the show were quoted by everyday people.
—Eric Deggans, NPR, 13 Feb. 2025
In fact, some of Guy's vocal tics inspired some of Pee-wee's most iconic catchphrases.
—Esther Kang, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
The catchphrase was displayed prominently on the interior rings of the stadium and on white towels distributed to fans.
—Cale Clinton, The Athletic, 14 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for catchphrase
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“Catchphrase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catchphrase. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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