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opportunity (noun)

A set of circumstances that makes it possible to do something. It often refers to a favorable time or occasion for progress, advancement, or success.

💬 Example

"I had the opportunity to travel to Japan last year."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'OP-PORT-UNITY'. You need a 'Port' (a safe place) to have 'Unity' (success) and 'OP' (opening).

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

I have the opportunity of to go. → I have the opportunity to go.

There is an opportunity of rain. → There is a possibility of rain.

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