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opportunity

[ op-er-too-ni-tee, -tyoo- ]

noun

plural opportunities.
  1. an appropriate or favorable time or occasion:

    Their meeting afforded an opportunity to exchange views.

  2. a situation or condition favorable for attainment of a goal.
  3. a good position, chance, or prospect, as for advancement or success.


opportunity

/ ˌɒəˈːɪɪ /

noun

  1. a favourable, appropriate, or advantageous combination of circumstances
  2. a chance or prospect
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of opportunity1

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English opportunite, from Middle French, from Latin DZǰūԾ “convenience, fitness,” equivalent to DZǰū(ܲ) ( opportune ) + - -ity
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On the other hand, it sounds like sour grapes when he says that he never had the opportunity to show that he was able to play.

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We had this opportunity to think about what would we use these dollars for and how we actually make a difference in people’s lives.

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In my time I'd spent, oh seven or so years, you know, mycologizing, both in the US, but also taking every opportunity I had to return to Latin America.

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Before this era, most investors believed that skilled professionals who were well-informed could outsmart the market by uncovering hidden opportunities.

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"The landmark building offers the opportunity to create a 'key leisure venue which will add value to Gorleston's tourist offering' once it has been refurbished and redeveloped."

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