make capital of/out of something

make capital out of (something)

To use something to one's advantage or profit. Prosecutors are making capital out of the defendant's conflicting stories.
See also: capital, make, of, out
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

make ˈcapital of/out of something

use a situation or an event in a way which benefits yourself; exploit something: The media made great capital out of his careless remarks in the interview.
See also: capital, make, of, out, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • capital
  • make capital out of
  • make capital out of (something)
  • with a capital
  • with a capital (some letter)
  • with a capital A, B, C, etc.
  • with a capital A/B/C, etc.
  • at (one's) doorstep
  • at (one's) expense
  • a ball and chain