Definition of opportunitynext
as in chance
a favorable combination of circumstances, time, and place this art school could be a wonderful opportunity for you to finally develop your talent for painting

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Recent Examples of opportunity Volunteering at the farm is one of the school's most popular service opportunities, with a waiting list for students hoping to participate. — CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026 The screenings, which drew applause and tears throughout, also gave students the opportunity to engage in the post-screening Q&A with the film’s producer, Priscilla Bertin, and screenwriter Fanny Burdino. — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 10 Nov. 2026 The Gators converted just two times in 11 tries on third- and fourth-down opportunities. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 Nov. 2026 Trump now has an opportunity, and a responsibility, to extend that principle to today's intelligence threats. — Dewardric L. McNeal, CNBC, 10 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for opportunity
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Noun
  • Four of South Florida's top high school football players have been named finalists for the 2026 CBS Miami Nat Moore Trophy, with fans now getting a chance to help decide who will take home the prestigious award.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
  • The Sagittarius Moon favors privacy and a chance to let your mind wander.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • With the level of skill and talent in the room and Fagen’s neurotic focus, The Nightfly would be a glimmering sonic masterpiece, even as his material looked back to the days of two-track recordings mixed to mono.
    — Mark Richardson, Pitchfork, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Penn State got good news on the injury front for its wide receiver room, and the Nittany Lions made the most of it early before holding on late for a 28-25 win over Washington at Husky Stadium on Saturday.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026

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“Opportunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportunity. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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