as in timely
especially suitable for a certain time
an opportune rain shower gave them an excuse to leave the outdoor concert early
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Recent Examples of opportune
There has never been a more opportune time for leaders to leverage their voices to support the necessity for an inclusive workplace.
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Simone E. Morris, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
This was the first ‘Poker’ exercise in four years and comes at an opportune time for France to demonstrate its nuclear capability to other EU states, and to up the ante in terms of the defence debate in Europe.
—Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
For those ready to start their own business, now is an opportune time.
—Jaime Catmull, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
This is the opportune moment to make beneficial changes to your domestic sphere.
—USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
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Simone E. Morris, Forbes.com, 1 Apr. 2025
This was the first ‘Poker’ exercise in four years and comes at an opportune time for France to demonstrate its nuclear capability to other EU states, and to up the ante in terms of the defence debate in Europe.
—Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
For those ready to start their own business, now is an opportune time.
—Jaime Catmull, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
This is the opportune moment to make beneficial changes to your domestic sphere.
—USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opportune
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That invisible hand can be seen at work, powered by modern-day tech like AI and machine learning, helping a merchant get timely finance to replenish their stock or provide convenience to a shopper while transacting on an e-commerce website.—
Bindesh Pandey,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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The fantasy, a timely rebuke to the despicable contempt of RFK Jr., is that neurodivergence makes you into a superhero.—
A.A. Dowd,
Rolling Stone,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This extends the anticipated recovery period, typically around a year.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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Dutcher did not provide specifics about the nature of the surgery or the anticipated recovery time.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Depending on your needs and health goals, one diet may be better than the other, or neither may be appropriate.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois, RDN,
Health,
24 Apr. 2025
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As both sides present arguments over what remedies are appropriate, the name of another tech titan keeps coming up: Microsoft.—
Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Just cut the tubing to the proper length and wrap it around the cables.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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By advocating for proper funding, schools will be able to take innovative approaches to increasing literacy rates, as well as seeing gains in math.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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Read her fascinating story, which begins with an unexpected but well-timed release of sea star sperm just before a planned spawn.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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Sources say this likely means that the director’s new film won’t make its world premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, but the late September release date is well-timed to the fall film festivals.—
Pamela McClintock,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Its vertical silhouette allows easy access to your phone, while the floral design adds a seasonable twist to the crossbody.—
Melony Forcier,
People.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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Having the holiday in March has brought more seasonable temperatures and an earlier sunset than later in the spring.—
Harold Gutmann,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Midsize electric grills suitable for indoor/outdoor use are generally between 26-34 inches wide and can fit at least 10 burgers at a time.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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This intelligent filtering ensures that only the most suitable candidates proceed to interviews, significantly accelerating recruitment cycles and reducing biases. 4.—
Tarun Eldho Alias,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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The April outlook readings for the demographic continued a six-month uptrend, reflecting continued relative strength in the jobs market.—
Betty Lin-Fisher,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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In its first three months in power, the new government restored relative calm to the country, largely restraining those who sought revenge for atrocities committed under the Assads.—
Christina Goldbaum,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Opportune.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportune. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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