Definition of opportunitynext
as in chance
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 opportunity Fully aware of Sabalenka’s collapse in similarly windy conditions in the final against Coco Gauff last year, the Russian seized her opportunity. Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 3 June 2026 The 29-year-old might not get a better opportunity to get his hands on a grand slam trophy. Ben Church, CNN Money, 3 June 2026 Wellin5 completed its first acquisition in 2020 and spent the following years integrating it before evaluating the next opportunity. Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 3 June 2026 So ended his opportunity to repeat as state champion. Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for opportunity
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Noun
  • Saturday’s forecast suggests around a 50% chance of rain in the vicinity of the cave system, as Laos enters its annual rainy season.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 May 2026
  • Reeve said Kayla McBride led the defensive stand that limited Chicago’s chances in the paint.
    Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 30 May 2026
Noun
  • There’s a dedicated kitchen for cooking classes, a craft and activity room as well as a pirate ship playground outside.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026
  • Ali wakes up in the morning to find Rue in the living room, learning from the news that Fez broke out of prison and vowing to get him.
    Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 June 2026

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“Opportunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportunity. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

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