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opportunity

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


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Sawan said at the time that volatility in prices offered an opportunity to cash in, even as the conflict disrupted production in the Middle East.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

“The current selloff seems like a great opportunity to put some additional money to work in the precious-metals market,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Gates is appearing voluntarily in Washington, saying he welcomes the opportunity to answer questions about his relationship with the disgraced financier before the House Oversight Committee.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

What’s Next: TD Cowen analysts see prediction markets as an early stage opportunity that expands the addressable market.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

She doesn’t say anything about how oatmeal raisin cookies are a missed opportunity to ingest chocolate or how long I just spent talking to Jonah or how I lost.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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