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Compilation of 50+ best collocations with Opportunity

Opportunity is a frequently used noun in English. What collocations go with Opportunity? Let's explore the list of the 50+ most common collocations with Opportunity below!

50+ most common collocations with Opportunity in English

I. What is Opportunity?
II. Compilation of common collocations with Opportunity
III. Exercise on collocations with Opportunity
IV. Master IELTS Skills for a High Band Score

I. What is Opportunity?

In English, Opportunity is pronounced as /ˌɑː.pɚˈtuː.nə.t̬i/ and functions as a noun, meaning: an occasion or situation that makes it possible to do something that you want to do or have to do, or the possibility of doing something. For example:

There will be an opportunity to discuss the matter again next week.
Everyone will have the opportunity to comment.

II. Compilation of common collocations with Opportunity

To help you learn collocations with Opportunity effectively and easily, PREP has compiled 50+ collocations with Opportunity, along with their meanings and specific examples. Refer to them right away!

No.	Collocations with Opportunity	Example
1	Abundant opportunity /əˈbʌndənt ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	Living in the city provides abundant opportunities for personal growth.
2	Adequate opportunity /ˈædɪkwət ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	Every student should have adequate opportunities to excel academically.
3	Ample opportunity /ˈæmpl ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	With ample opportunities for skill development, the program is highly regarded.
4	Economic opportunity /ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	The new policy aims to create economic opportunities for local businesses.
5	Educational opportunity /ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃənl ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	Access to quality education is essential for ensuring educational opportunities for all.
6	Employment opportunity /ɪmˈplɔɪmənt ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	The company is committed to providing employment opportunities for the local community.
7	Enormous opportunity /ɪˈnɔːməs ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	Moving to a new city opened up enormous opportunities for career advancement.
8	Entrepreneurial opportunities /ˌɒntrəprəˈnɪəl ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪtiz/	The city's thriving startup scene offers numerous entrepreneurial opportunities.
9	Equal opportunity /ˈiːkwəl ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	We proudly announce ourselves as an equal opportunity employer.
10	Equality of opportunity /ɪˈkwɒlɪti av ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	The government works to promote equality of opportunity in education and employment.
11	Excellent opportunity /ˈɛksələnt ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	Don't miss this excellent opportunity to join our team.
12	Exciting opportunity /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	Launching this new product presents an exciting opportunity for growth.
13	Extraordinary opportunity /ɪkˈstrɔːdɪnəri ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	It's an extraordinary opportunity to work on such a groundbreaking project.
14	Golden opportunity /ˈɡəʊl from ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	Seizing this golden opportunity could lead to significant success.
15	Missed opportunity /mɪst ˌɒpəˈtjuːnɪti/	Regrettably, it was a missed opportunity to secure a lucrative deal.
16	Networking opportunity /ˈnɛtwɜrkɪŋ ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	The conference provided a valuable networking opportunity for professionals in the industry.
17	Numerous opportunities /ˈnjuːmərəs ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪtiz/	The job market offers numerous opportunities for recent graduates.
18	Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity /wʌns ɪn ə ˈlaɪftaɪm ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	Winning the lottery was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for him.
19	Perfect opportunity /ˈpɜrfɪkt ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	The sunny weather provided the perfect opportunity for a picnic in the park.
20	Promotional opportunity /prəˈməʊʃənl ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	Anna saw the new project as a promotional opportunity to advance her career.
21	Rare opportunity /rɛər ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	Visiting the ancient ruins was a rare opportunity that she couldn't pass up.
22	Recreational opportunity /ˌrɛkrɪˈeɪʃənl ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	Living near the beach provides ample recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
23	Restricted opportunity /rɪˈstrɪktɪd ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	Due to budget constraints, there were restricted opportunities for travel this year.
24	Scoring opportunity /ˈskɔːrɪŋ ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	The striker missed a crucial scoring opportunity in the final minutes of the game.
25	Splendid opportunity /ˈsplɛndɪd ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	The invitation to the gala was a splendid opportunity to network with influential people.
26	Tremendous opportunity /trɪˈmɛndes ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	Joining the startup company presented a tremendous opportunity for professional growth.
27	Unequal opportunity /ʌnˈiːkwəl ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	The company's hiring practices revealed unequal opportunities for minorities.
28	Unique opportunity /juːˈniːk ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	Volunteering abroad offered a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in a different culture.
29	Unlimited opportunity /ʌnˈlɪmɪtɪd ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	In the digital age, there are unlimited opportunities for learning and self-improvement.
30	Unparalleled opportunity /ʌnˈpærəˌlɛld ˌɒpərˈtjuːnɪti/	The scholarship offered her an unparalleled opportunity to study at a prestigious university.

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III. Exercise on collocations with Opportunity

To further understand collocations with Opportunity, let's complete the following exercises together!

Exercise: Choose the correct answer

The growing tech industry offered _______ for skilled programmers and developers to find rewarding careers.
1. Abundant opportunities
2. Unequal opportunities
3. Missed opportunities
Although the job market was competitive, there were _______ for recent graduates with the right skills and qualifications.
1. Equality of opportunities
2. Missed opportunities
3. Enormous opportunities
Living in a bustling city like New York provides _______ for networking and career advancement in various industries.
1. Ample opportunities
2. Educational opportunities
3. Missed opportunities
The government's investment in infrastructure projects created _______ for local businesses and job seekers alike.
1. Economic opportunities
2. Employment opportunities
3. Entrepreneurial opportunities
Access to quality education ensures that every child has the _______ they need to succeed in life, regardless of their background.
1. Abundant opportunity
2. Enormous opportunity
3. Educational opportunity

Answer

1 - A

2 - C

3 - A

4 - A

5 - C

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