capitalize
verb (used with object)
to write or print in capital letters letters or with an initial capital letter.
has been capitalizing
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present perfect progressiveof capitalize (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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And part of his approach to his own difficulties over many years has been capitalizing on the misfortunes of his critics and his opposition.
From New York Times ● Jan. 31, 2023
Moving ashes around is not the only way Russia has been capitalizing on its dead classics, heroes, and generals.
From The New Yorker ● Aug. 21, 2015
