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opportune

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


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These are often people who job-hopped at an opportune time and scored pay packages that are more generous than what today’s tepid labor market would bear.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

"They are raising these issues. It hasn't really been opportune to do so before, because public opinion has been so critical of immigration," Moller said.

From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026

FSG bought into Liverpool at the most opportune time, with the club struggling financially.

From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026

It is an especially opportune time to buy U.S.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 15, 2026

Besides, I’ve been avoiding her bearish eyes until the opportune time in the locker room, pretending I’m really into perfecting my squats.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali




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