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opportunity

[op-er-too-ni-tee, -tyoo-] / ˌɒp ərˈtu nɪ ti, -ˈtyu- /


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Heightened demands of advancing technology have also brought opportunity for new competitors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

All of the voters the court mentions did in fact have the opportunity to vote on the map measure in March, and a majority of the public approved the measure by 100,000 votes.

From Slate • May 8, 2026

"However, given the nature of the matter, the EFL will ask the independent disciplinary commission to shorten the response period and to list a hearing at the earliest opportunity."

From BBC • May 8, 2026

"The Strait of Hormuz represents an opportunity as precious as an atomic bomb," said Mohammad Mokhber, an adviser to Iran's supreme leader.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

I have to give myself every opportunity I can.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith




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