"opportunity" meaning in All languages combined

See opportunity on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

IPA: /ˌɒp.əˈtjuː.nɪ.ti/ [UK], /ˌɑpɚˈtunəti/ [US] Audio: en-us-opportunity.ogg [US], en-GB-opportunity.ogg [UK] Forms: opportunity [singular], opportunities [plural]
enPR: ä'pər-to͞oʹnə-tē [US] Head templates: {{noun|2=opportunities}} [POS TABLE]
  1. An opportunity is a time, place, or situation in which something can happen, usually something good.
    Sense id: simple-opportunity-en-noun--P7zGEIk
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          "text": "Sleep provides an opportunity for the body to repair itself."
        },
        {
          "text": "The sun was warm, so I took the opportunity for a long walk in the park."
        },
        {
          "text": "Fans will have the opportunity to see the top players on Monday."
        },
        {
          "text": "Today, anyone can come for free, so don't miss this great opportunity."
        },
        {
          "text": "This is a workplace that provides equal opportunity for all."
        },
        {
          "text": "In the poor economy, there are decreasing employment opportunities."
        }
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      "tags": [
        "UK"
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      "enpr": "ä'pər-to͞oʹnə-tē",
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    },
    {
      "ipa": "/ˌɑpɚˈtunəti/",
      "tags": [
        "US"
      ]
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      "sampa": "/%Ap@`\"tun@ti/",
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          "text": "Sleep provides an opportunity for the body to repair itself."
        },
        {
          "text": "The sun was warm, so I took the opportunity for a long walk in the park."
        },
        {
          "text": "Fans will have the opportunity to see the top players on Monday."
        },
        {
          "text": "Today, anyone can come for free, so don't miss this great opportunity."
        },
        {
          "text": "This is a workplace that provides equal opportunity for all."
        },
        {
          "text": "In the poor economy, there are decreasing employment opportunities."
        }
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