as in timely
especially suitable for a certain time
an opportune rain shower gave them an excuse to leave the outdoor concert early
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Recent Examples of opportune
This comprehensive report arrives at an opportune time, providing deep statistical insights that will help steer the future growth and evolution of this vibrant sector.
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Fairchild Studio, WWD, 24 Sep. 2024
Besides reading articles, listening to podcasts or attending events, this month can be an opportune moment to take a step back and discuss best practices with your team.
—Zahir Khoja, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Though most are familiar with the regular pendulum swing between a buyer’s and seller’s market, according to Realtor.com, a one-week window this fall is expected to be the most opportune time to purchase throughout the whole year.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2024
Is right now the best time, the most opportune time, as far as the greater ambitions of the stunt community?
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Sep. 2024
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Fairchild Studio, WWD, 24 Sep. 2024
Besides reading articles, listening to podcasts or attending events, this month can be an opportune moment to take a step back and discuss best practices with your team.
—Zahir Khoja, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Though most are familiar with the regular pendulum swing between a buyer’s and seller’s market, according to Realtor.com, a one-week window this fall is expected to be the most opportune time to purchase throughout the whole year.
—Katherine McLaughlin, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2024
Is right now the best time, the most opportune time, as far as the greater ambitions of the stunt community?
—Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opportune
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Those agents can overprice homes, mess with marketing, or fail to book timely showings.Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 14 Nov. 2024
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So can food plots, especially those planted with timely species.Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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The company believes its cash and cash equivalents, along with anticipated revenues, will be sufficient to meet its obligations for at least the next 12 months.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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On the music side, the wait continues for Cardi B’s anticipated sophomore album.Michael Saponara, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2024
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Returning to school as quickly as possible, with appropriate support, and getting light exercise that doesn’t pose a head injury risk are important first steps in concussion recovery, and in line with the latest research.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 9 Nov. 2024
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But while the 118 is able to save both Celeste and her mother-in-law’s final resting place, a smug Trent trips and drops the vase, an appropriate punchline to a very silly cold open.Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
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This length was all added ahead of the windshield, giving the Vanquish the bold proportions of a proper dream car.Dan Carney, Popular Science, 7 Nov. 2024
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Creators will have to complete a questionnaire for each project in advance so that Roblox can ensure proper categorization.Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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This alliance is well-timed in a market that increasingly values accessible AI solutions, positioning both DigitalOcean and Hugging Face favorably in the competitive cloud services landscape.Janakiram MSV, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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Wu’s decision to build a huge chain of cinemas in China appeared well-timed, given the rapid expansion of the China film industry.Patrick Frater, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024
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Then drier and more seasonable temperatures will move into the area for the last weekend of October.Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 25 Oct. 2024
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By Saturday, more seasonable highs in the 70s and 80s will return for the Southeast while 60s and 70s will be common north into the Midwest and parts of the Northeast.Mary Gilbert, CNN, 14 Oct. 2024
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Responses are for informational purposes only and individuals should consider whether any general recommendation in these responses are suitable for their particular circumstances based on investment objectives, financial situation and needs.Amy Wagner and Steve Hruby, The Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2024
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While targeting the hospitality sector with the new collection, Moses said her wallpaper designs are suitable for restaurants, hospitals, office buildings and other commercial spaces.David Moin, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
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So that relative difference between those policy choices is important.Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Perhaps unsurprisingly, a quarter of first-time buyers have relied on a gift or loan from a relative or friend to afford a down payment, the data shows.Mike Winters, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Opportune.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportune. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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