as in timely
especially suitable for a certain time
an opportune rain shower gave them an excuse to leave the outdoor concert early
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Recent Examples of opportune
For the marketing team, Prada‘s May 1 release date couldn’t have been more opportune.
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Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
Sanjar has determined that the most opportune time for this work is summer, when pythons begin to accumulate reserves for the breeding season, which occurs in late autumn.
—Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Quarterback luck — losing enough games to get a high draft slot at an opportune time — matters a lot in the NFL because the position is so difficult to evaluate.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026
While the amount of equity to borrow from has risen, the costs of doing so have declined as well, making now an opportune time to leverage the equity under your roof.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
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Pamela McClintock, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026
Sanjar has determined that the most opportune time for this work is summer, when pythons begin to accumulate reserves for the breeding season, which occurs in late autumn.
—Sonia Osorio, Miami Herald, 30 Apr. 2026
Quarterback luck — losing enough games to get a high draft slot at an opportune time — matters a lot in the NFL because the position is so difficult to evaluate.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026
While the amount of equity to borrow from has risen, the costs of doing so have declined as well, making now an opportune time to leverage the equity under your roof.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opportune
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In our view, the agency should employ enough people to handle all applications and appeals in a timely and accurate manner while protecting the data privacy and accessibility for all applicants – including those from immigrant families.—
Katie Savin,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
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Landau said that the office is working to overhaul the billing system and said issues with timely payments predate her tenure.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
2 June 2026
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Collins stepped out in the brand’s dainty flats during a break on set while filming the highly anticipated final season of the Netflix show.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
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That anticipated demand has not translated into strong hotel bookings and local travelers are outpacing international visitors, according to an early May 2026 report prepared by the group, which surveyed 205 members covering 11 host cities.—
Pat Maio,
Daily News,
7 June 2026
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White House events needn’t be fancy or cater to elites in order to be appropriate.—
Conor Friedersdorf,
The Atlantic,
6 June 2026
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This distinction matters because the appropriate remedy depends on the problem being solved.—
James Broughel,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Judge Wilson seemed to agree, finding in his ruling that a detective mishandled the evidence and failed to follow proper procedure.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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Protests have been ongoing outside the Immigrations Customs and Enforcement detention center for nearly two weeks over allegations that the 300 inmates inside are not receiving proper medical care, aren't being adequately fed and their living conditions are poor.—
Armando Garcia,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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This release is an important and well-timed win for Murati, following an earlier release described by some commentators as somewhat of a letdown.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Bukayo Saka’s return to form and fitness is well-timed for the home side.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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The high is expected to climb to a more seasonable temperature around the low 70s Tuesday, with sunny skies throughout the day, NWS forecasts.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
1 June 2026
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Sunday, the Philadelphia area returns to seasonable temperatures in the upper 70s under mostly sunny skies.—
Andrew Kozak,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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Accessibility While there are two rooms suitable for those with mobility impairments, the grounds have irregular surfaces and some steep gradients.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The focus should not be on finding the most outstanding candidate but the most suitable one.—
Susana Sierra,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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Monday there was a further rally in software stocks – the other end of the relative-performance axis – along with mixed action in semis, with winners Nvidia and Micron offset by weakness in the likes of Intel and Qualcomm.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
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Freese joined the roster only 17 months ago as a relative unknown.—
Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
2 June 2026
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“Opportune.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportune. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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