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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.’

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Tom says knowing the coroner ruled that there was a "missed opportunity" to help Adam has made him "upset" and "mad at the situation".

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

Lily takes this opportunity to climb on top of me.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller




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