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capitalize

[kap-i-tl-ahyz] / ˈkæp ɪ tlˌaɪz /


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Borrowers have had to contend with changes to the student-loan program coming at a dizzying pace over the past five years — and scammers have been there to capitalize on the confusion.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

The UK government is hoping to capitalize on Trump's fascination with the royals.

From Barron's • Apr. 28, 2026

Bill Ackman wants to capitalize on his social-media fame by opening his hedge-fund strategy to the masses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

“Fear Factor: House of Fear” is just the latest series to capitalize on the popularity of house-based contest shows.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

Nobody’s figured out a way to capitalize on an impact site that isn’t visible.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson




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