opportunistically

[ahp-er-too-nist-ik-lee]

adverb

1. in a way that suggests or is characterized by opportunism.

2. Pathology.,  (of a microorganism) in an opportunistic way; under certain conditions, such as when the host is weakened or malnourished.

Example Sentences

"This was exploited in a very broad way, very opportunistically before a patch was made available. That's why this is significant," Carmakal said.

From BBC

At that point the WCS softened their stance, saying they would “continue to monitor him, though not as intensely, and look to opportunistically recover him when the situation is right.”

From Salon

In addition to osteoporosis, AI is being trained to help opportunistically identify heart disease, fatty liver disease, age-related muscle loss and diabetes.

From BBC

The next, we despise celebrities, love outlaws, militants and misfits, and reject grifters like Shaun King and Michael Rapaport, both of whom have used Black culture opportunistically and talk too unabashedly on Twitter.

From Los Angeles Times

The man’s eyes scan every room — and situation — opportunistically for leverage, for moments to advance himself at the expense of others.

From Salon