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 Be sure to follow up promptly after conferences to make the most of networking opportunities. Leigh Cuen, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 Williams was a prime trade candidate following the Jets' acquisition of Adams, and the Steelers jumped on the opportunity to add another receiver. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024 The Showcase opened a two-day summit for United for Wildlife, which will provide an opportunity for attendees to exchange ideas, learnings and best practice in this area. Simon Perry, People.com, 5 Nov. 2024 Disney does not discuss the costs of specific productions and did not respond to an opportunity to comment. Caroline Reid, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for opportunity 

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“Opportunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportunity. Accessed 24 Nov. 2024.

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