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
Regardless of how the award balloting shakes out, Olson is playing her best basketball at an opportune moment.
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Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
His return comes at an opportune time, with the Panthers clinging to fading hopes of reaching the Stanley Cup playoffs to try to win a third consecutive title and with injuries still hampering the team.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
The most opportune moment came about 30 minutes into the game, as Keagan Kiefer drilled a shot from 30 yards out.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Feb. 2026
But the senior point guard has become a complete player at the most opportune time.
—Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
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Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
His return comes at an opportune time, with the Panthers clinging to fading hopes of reaching the Stanley Cup playoffs to try to win a third consecutive title and with injuries still hampering the team.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 1 Mar. 2026
The most opportune moment came about 30 minutes into the game, as Keagan Kiefer drilled a shot from 30 yards out.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Feb. 2026
But the senior point guard has become a complete player at the most opportune time.
—Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for opportune
Adjective
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The email raised concerns that the client — who had two young children — would not be able to access shelter, housing and other resources in a timely manner after reporting the allegations.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
24 Mar. 2026
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Advertisers can use such elements from recent content scenes including visual cues, tone and sentiment, enabling commercials to deliver timely messaging that plays off what’s on screen when viewers pause content.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
24 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The anticipated rain this week is from a new kona storm.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
20 Mar. 2026
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Destin Daniel Cretton directs the anticipated fourth installment in the MCU‘s Spider-Man franchise, which completed filming late last year.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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But the judge said that, given Lau's age, her lack of a criminal record, and her remorse, the sentence was appropriate.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
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There’s a kind of set (a gigantic Claes Oldenburg-style folding table and chairs), which is appropriate, since everything about Jacobs’ designs for this show is…big.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Westcott said some of the subdivisions along the creek were built in the 1960s and 1970s when proper drainage was an afterthought and fences were installed in floodways.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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Hayden said that Charles failed to execute proper safety protocols while Joseph crossed the street.—
Anna Meiler,
CBS News,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Your 5th House of Joy and your 9th House of Mindsets both brighten as Sun trines jovial Jupiter, encouraging bold expression that also feels safe and well-timed.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
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His goal off a one-timer was well-timed, coming less than a minute after Beckett Sennecke scored to trim a Wild lead to 2-1.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
3 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The weekend looks to be seasonable and quiet, with highs in the 50s and even some 60s.—
Chris Shaffer,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Then to begin the work week, temperatures are expected to level off to more seasonable norms.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Hundreds of people could work in the building, which is described as a site that’s suitable for industrial, logistics, warehouse, and distribution activities.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2026
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But there are twice as many single women as men in the LDS faith, making finding a suitable husband to marry and have babies with yet another competition.—
Elizabeth Gulino,
Allure,
26 Mar. 2026
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After a period of relative calm, the consequences of the shutdown have been dramatically worsening, seemingly by the day.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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That was about twice face value, but a relative bargain with what few tickets remained, most of them priced in the $400 to $600 range.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Opportune.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opportune. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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