opportunities

plural of opportunity
as in chances
a favorable combination of circumstances, time, and place this art school could be a wonderful opportunity for you to finally develop your talent for painting

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Recent Examples of opportunities Whether three-, four- or five-day mandates, companies have cited the importance of creative collaboration for business productivity and growth, as well as mentorship opportunities. — Eric Rosenbaum, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026 His elite outfield coverage included converting a remarkable 50% of five-star catch opportunities. — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026 For cruise passengers, that means more opportunities to encounter Indigenous culture, while knowing that Indigenous people are benefiting from the industry. — Karen Gardiner, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Nov. 2026 The combination of world-class literary talent, distinctive intellectual property and growing entertainment opportunities creates huge potential to build on its success and unlock new avenues for growth. — K.j. Yossman, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026 Summer heat waves and winter cold snaps put the greatest strain on the grid, while spring and fall offer opportunities to maintain and upgrade critical infrastructure. — H. Russell Frisby, Baltimore Sun, 2 Nov. 2026 During his 2024 Senate campaign, Rogers signed Independent Women’s Voice’s Stand With Women Commitment, promising to support legislation preserving female opportunities and private spaces. — Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026 The leaves are changing, the holiday season is coming into view, and calendars start filling up with opportunities to get out and enjoy the city. — Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 2 Nov. 2026 Organizations that proactively consider employee skill sets and willingness or desire for change can then weigh those skills and desires against firm needs, bringing more opportunities to their employee set. — Tim Brackney, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opportunities
chances
Noun
  • Ohio Republicans redrew Kaptur’s seat this cycle, but Democrats are bullish on her chances.
    — Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 27 Oct. 2026
  • What readers are saying The comments reflect a mix of skepticism and concern about the upcoming elections, with some expressing doubt about the Democrats' chances in the Senate and others worried about potential election chaos and disputes.
    — Amber Phillips, Washington Post, 26 Oct. 2026

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“Opportunities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportunities. Accessed 3 Nov. 2026.

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