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.
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With signage in English and Spanish, the exhibit also includes informational videos, hands-on activities and a photo opportunity with a human-sized cat tree. Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2025 Alongside the photo opportunity is the chance to leave a mark on a cultural institution; passers-by have the opportunity to scrawl a message on the white wall outside of the studios. The Learning Network, New York Times, 16 Jan. 2025 The four-day event brings animatronic dinosaurs, fossils, arts and crafts areas, statues, photo opportunities and bounce houses. San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025 Fun and engaging fan experiences, photo opportunities and more will abound at every corner of the iconic New York City park. Jem Aswad, Variety, 14 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for photo opportunity 

Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of photo opportunity was in 1952

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“Photo opportunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/photo%20opportunity. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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