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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Billy Crystal’s impression of Fernando Lamas on the recurring SNL sketch Fernando’s Hideaway spawned this catchphrase that became synonymous with Crystal himself.
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James Mercadante, EW.com, 1 Apr. 2025
That’s been Donovan’s catchphrase all season, but the Bulls have caught on and become more confident with each bit of success.
—Darnell Mayberry, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Yes, but: Casual fans who just tune in for big events can appreciate the artistic expression that comes with the genre's elaborate entrances, costumes and catchphrases.
—Justin L. MacK, Axios, 7 Mar. 2025
In keeping with the artist’s preferred medium — words as graphics — they are splashed with tongue-in-cheek catchphrases.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 25 Feb. 2025
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James Mercadante, EW.com, 1 Apr. 2025
That’s been Donovan’s catchphrase all season, but the Bulls have caught on and become more confident with each bit of success.
—Darnell Mayberry, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Yes, but: Casual fans who just tune in for big events can appreciate the artistic expression that comes with the genre's elaborate entrances, costumes and catchphrases.
—Justin L. MacK, Axios, 7 Mar. 2025
In keeping with the artist’s preferred medium — words as graphics — they are splashed with tongue-in-cheek catchphrases.
—Martino Carrera, WWD, 25 Feb. 2025
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“Catchphrase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/catchphrase. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.
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