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