catchphrase
noun
catch·phrase
ˈkach-ˌfrāz 
ˈkech-
1
: a word or expression that is used repeatedly and conveniently to represent or characterize a person, group, idea, or point of view
2
Examples of catchphrase in a Sentence
popular catchphrases like “politically correct”
one of those advertising catchphrases that, if you think about them, don't mean much of anything
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As his catchphrases and personality caught on, Hogan began one of his most famous feuds with Andre the Giant.
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 24 July 2025
Forget about the slogans and news conference catchphrases.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 24 July 2025
The vast majority of Republicans, 79%, said the American Dream — a catchphrase first popularized in 1931 amidst the Great Depression — is still within reach.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 17 July 2025
Sure, these punchy catchphrases were good for a laugh.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
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Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 24 July 2025
Forget about the slogans and news conference catchphrases.
—Eric Koreen, New York Times, 24 July 2025
The vast majority of Republicans, 79%, said the American Dream — a catchphrase first popularized in 1931 amidst the Great Depression — is still within reach.
—Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 17 July 2025
Sure, these punchy catchphrases were good for a laugh.
—Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes.com, 15 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for catchphrase
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“Catchphrase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catchphrase. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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