Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com

take the opportunity



Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

As he is tending to those members of his congregation he has helped to safety, I take the opportunity to speak to him.

From BBC Jun. 12, 2026

Those lucky enough to score a coveted slot or campsite don’t take the opportunity lightly.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 3, 2026

When asked about the impact of Trump's decision to boycott the summit, Sir Keir said he needed to take the opportunity to further deals "face-to-face".

From BBC Nov. 20, 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

It was clear to us that both students and outsiders would take the opportunity to make a huge issue of her request.

From "Warriors Don't Cry: A Searing Memoir of the Battle to Integrate Little Rock's Central High" by Melba Pattillo Beals




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 12,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training