opportunity
Americannoun
plural
opportunities-
an appropriate or favorable time or occasion.
Their meeting afforded an opportunity to exchange views.
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a situation or condition favorable for attainment of a goal.
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a good position, chance, or prospect, as for advancement or success.
noun
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a favourable, appropriate, or advantageous combination of circumstances
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a chance or prospect
Etymology
Origin of opportunity
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English opportunite, from Middle French, from Latin opportūnitās “convenience, fitness,” equivalent to opportūn(us) ( opportune ) + -itās -ity
Example Sentences
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Kelly: Now you're back in the Premier League, have you had an opportunity to reflect on your whole period at Arsenal?
From BBC
"In the coming weeks, we'll launch applicator training opportunities, and stewardship education to help ensure that growers and applicators have the best experience possible with Stryax herbicide."
From Barron's
This week, investment strategist Meredith Whitney on finding opportunities in the market.
From Barron's
This week, investment strategist Meredith Whitney on finding opportunities in the market.
From Barron's
There are few opportunities to mount an entertainment of this scale — not even a Super Bowl halftime show can compare.
From Los Angeles Times
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