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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Both Saturn and the moon's delicate, sickle profile will make for a gorgeous naked eye stargazing target and photo opportunity, with the four bright stars of the Great Square of Pegasus asterism forming a diamond to the pair's upper right. —Anthony Wood, Space.com, 22 Jan. 2026

Modesto Pink and white almond blossoms carpet the orchards surrounding Modesto each late February to early March, making this agricultural hub a beautiful yet unexpected photo opportunity. —Iona Brannon, Travel + Leisure, 20 Jan. 2026

For children fascinated by trains, the locomotive is an educational opportunity and a great photo opportunity. —Bill Bootz, Charlotte Observer, 16 Jan. 2026

There will be food vendors with new year favorites, an Asian artisan marketplace, a beer garden, games and photo opportunities. —Marla Jo Fisher, Oc Register, 13 Jan. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for photo opportunity

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