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opportune

[op-er-toon, -tyoon] / ˌɒp ərˈtun, -ˈtyun /


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The GAO’s findings come at an opportune time for McEntarfer’s would-be successor, Brett Matsumoto, whose Senate confirmation hearing is scheduled for June 10.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

An opportune moment to buy stocks and bonds could be nearing if bond vigilantes have their way.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

The war-induced price rises have come at an opportune moment for the company, which is also trying to slash its bloated net debt.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

Having said all that, luck and an opportune break or two are still key ingredients to political success, as Davis suggested.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

She did not wait for an opportune moment as she had the first time.

From "One Hundred Years of Solitude" by Gabriel Garcia Marquez




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