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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Posing at the 2026 photo opportunity step and repeat station were many families, including Ashhad and Annie Ghazi of Glenview and their children Aleena, 3, and Mustafa, 1. Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026 Sojourns that focus on racing through a list of photo opportunities or following the lead of every other family on the block. Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2025 There are photo opportunities, art vendors and activities for children. Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Dec. 2025 And yes, the park’s beautiful scenery provides photo opportunities for anyone who wants to show off their active lifestyle on social media. Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 29 Dec. 2025 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 12 Jan. 2026.

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