take the opportunity
Example Sentences
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Those lucky enough to score a coveted slot or campsite don’t take the opportunity lightly.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
But as more vehicles are on the road on market days, more people take the opportunity to travel.
From BBC • Oct. 25, 2025
Audrey was scared to leave home and miss so much school, but her parents encouraged her to take the opportunity.
From Slate • Sep. 15, 2025
Cross figured he would take the opportunity and run with it.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 11, 2025
I take the opportunity to say I really appreciate her encouragement, but I can’t afford to live on $7 an hour, and how does she do it?
From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich
