Thesaurus results for CATCHPHRASE

catchphrase

noun

ˈkach-ˌfrāz

Definition of catchphrase

as in slogan

an attention-getting word or phrase used to publicize something (as a campaign or product) one of those advertising catchphrases that, if you think about them, don't mean much of anything

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Recent Examples of catchphrase When listening to McElligott’s radio call, Blue Jackets fans could hear an unspoken homage to Penguins legendary broadcaster Mike Lange, whose gravelly goal calls and distinct, quirky catchphrases thrilled listeners. — Aaron Portzline, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 Cody reminded Punk of his catchphrase about wanting to make money over making friends. — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 The odd catchphrases, strained analogies, random noises and awkward jokes are well below the standard set by the other lead NFL analysts. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 31 July 2026 Republicans use metaphor to turn unpopular policies into perky catchphrases, leaving Democrats bewildered. — Richard Yanowitch, Mercury News, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for catchphrase

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Harley is aware his slogan for the 2026 Huskies isn’t exactly breaking new ground.

— Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
Video showed locals draped in Spanish flags, shouting anti-migrant slogans, and singing Spanish songs, torching the camp and throwing migrants’ belongings in the Mediterranean or into bonfires.

— Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 28 Aug. 2026

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This led to protests at home games, including banners, removing flags from The Kop and a ‘not a pound in the ground’ initiative, where supporters were encouraged not to purchase anything inside the ground.

— Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Megan Ellison’s production banner Annapurna is reducing its head count by 30 staffers.

— Erik Hayden, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026

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