make capital out of something

idiomPart ofcapital

make capital out of something — idiom

1. to use a situation, event, or piece of information to gain an advantage for your

1.idiom
Definition

to use a situation, event, or piece of information to gain an advantage for yourself, often in a way that others consider unfair

Example

The opposition party tried to make political capital out of the government's handling of the crisis.

Diego's rivals made capital of his failed business deal during the election campaign.