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opportunity

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


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Bets on consumer chatbots and flashy side projects overshadowed AI coding opportunity, which rival Anthropic used to capture the lead.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 1, 2026

"I would really love to see my host families again if I have the opportunity."

From BBC Aug. 1, 2026

When a flood knocked Justin O’Neill’s kitchen out of commission in 2022, he and his wife decided to use the opportunity to do a full remodel.

From MarketWatch Aug. 1, 2026

Amid California’s housing crisis, any empty lot in a residential neighborhood is an opportunity to add much-needed shelter, either a single family home or an apartment building.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 1, 2026

“I’m not considering this decision lightly, Mom. But business is booming in Phoenix, and it could be a good opportunity for us.”

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila

The spokesperson added that detainees at the center “are provided with proper meals, water, medical treatment, and have opportunities to communicate with their family members and lawyers.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 1, 2026

That could create opportunities to intervene earlier while avoiding unnecessary treatment for people whose blood changes may not be cancerous.

From Science Daily Aug. 1, 2026

Cheap seats will attract more users and generate more data, leading to more opportunities for deploying agentic workflows.

From MarketWatch Aug. 1, 2026

Reds coach Zoey Shaw was full of praise for the Super Cup and the opportunities it gave her players.

From BBC Jul. 31, 2026

Billy certainly had opportunities to escape if he had chosen to try.

From "In the Shadow of Liberty" by Kenneth C. Davis




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