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Recent Examples of opportunities
Locals speak of few opportunities for young people.
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Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
Programs designed to use dialogue to bridge division among college students are increasingly common on campuses, a vehicle to combat an issue some say is prevalent in higher education — the lack of conversations, and the opportunities to have them.
—Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
The defense applications could broaden the startup’s revenue opportunities at a time when military planners are exploring more efficient aircraft concepts.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026
Also, the lower Guadalupe River begins at the Canyon Lake dam and winds through the Texas Hill Country to New Braunfels, allowing plenty of opportunities to rent a tube and float your way down the river, which also boasts beautiful water.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
The films are seeking co-production, financing, sales, distribution and festival premiere opportunities and will be showcased during an interactive talk on the Film Industry Main Stage on July 6.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 16 June 2026
In Charlotte, these celebrations go beyond entertainment, offering opportunities for education, connection and empowerment.
—Amari Riley
june 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2026
This event will spotlight the players of Atlanta Amputee Soccer through live demonstrations, interactive activities and opportunities to meet the athletes at the Kensington MARTA station.
—Kayla Rivera, AJC.com, 16 June 2026
Much of the time, opportunities for gratification simply arrive at your feet.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 16 June 2026
Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 17 June 2026
Programs designed to use dialogue to bridge division among college students are increasingly common on campuses, a vehicle to combat an issue some say is prevalent in higher education — the lack of conversations, and the opportunities to have them.
—Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
The defense applications could broaden the startup’s revenue opportunities at a time when military planners are exploring more efficient aircraft concepts.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 June 2026
Also, the lower Guadalupe River begins at the Canyon Lake dam and winds through the Texas Hill Country to New Braunfels, allowing plenty of opportunities to rent a tube and float your way down the river, which also boasts beautiful water.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
The films are seeking co-production, financing, sales, distribution and festival premiere opportunities and will be showcased during an interactive talk on the Film Industry Main Stage on July 6.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 16 June 2026
In Charlotte, these celebrations go beyond entertainment, offering opportunities for education, connection and empowerment.
—Amari Riley
june 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2026
This event will spotlight the players of Atlanta Amputee Soccer through live demonstrations, interactive activities and opportunities to meet the athletes at the Kensington MARTA station.
—Kayla Rivera, AJC.com, 16 June 2026
Much of the time, opportunities for gratification simply arrive at your feet.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 16 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opportunities
chances
Noun
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Mexico continued to press with numerous chances in the first half, including another shot by Quiñones that hit the post and another great save by Williams, who was South Africa’s best player.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2026
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That’s when Patriots goalkeeper Mamie Kosicki shined, saving multiple high-quality chances to hold the score.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Opportunities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportunities. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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