photo opportunity

noun

: a situation or event that lends itself to and is often arranged expressly for the taking of pictures that give favorable publicity to the individuals photographed

Examples of photo opportunity in a Sentence

The mayor's visit to the hospital was a good photo opportunity.
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Country music lovers can snag exclusive ticket access to the 60th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville later this year, complete with complimentary food and beverages and photo opportunities. Ryley Amond, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026 The museum also showcases the boat's original steam engine and is set up with photo opportunities. Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 3 Sep. 2026 Though some just choose to brave the high temperatures and go for a great photo opportunity over something light and airy for the weather. Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026 Other photo opportunities will be in front of section 204, as well as at the Delta Club, Lexus Suite Level, and Infosys Suite Level. Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for photo opportunity

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of photo opportunity was in 1952

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“Photo opportunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/photo%20opportunity. Accessed 15 Sep. 2026.

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