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capitalize

[kap-i-tl-ahyz] / ˈkæp ɪ tlˌaɪz /


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He didn’t want to overstate that finding, especially since about half of people reported being pessimistic about their future, but he hopes people can capitalize on that optimism.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

The pivot aims to capitalize on the thirst for computing power by a range of industries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

There’s precedent for companies to attempt dramatic — or desperate —pivots in an attempt to capitalize on hot trends.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026

Allbirds’ pivot follows a trend of struggling firms—including a karaoke company—attempting to capitalize on hot new industries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“When he defends his title in 1975,” Rader added, “he’ll be much better able to capitalize financially.”

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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