capitalize
verb (used with object)
to write or print in capital letters letters or with an initial capital letter.
has capitalized
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present perfectof capitalize (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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The NFL has capitalized on that demand by creating more stand-alone games and viewing windows that it can sell separately to distributors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 13, 2026
The shares have jumped more than 156% so far in 2026 as the company has capitalized on the AI boom.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 22, 2026
The semiconductor company has capitalized on the broader market optimism relating to the Iran cease-fire but the stock also has been driven by a series of company announcements.
From Barron's ● Apr. 10, 2026
By that point, Descovich has expressed regret about possibly misjudging Glaude’s civics teacher, and one candidate in this fantasy gubernatorial race knowingly has capitalized on a manufactured scandal.
From Salon ● Oct. 22, 2025
Economy - overview: This modern private enterprise economy has capitalized on its central geographic location, highly developed transport network, and diversified industrial and commercial base.
From The 2002 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency
