photo opportunity

noun

: a situation or event that lends itself to and is often arranged expressly for the taking of pictures that give favorable publicity to the individuals photographed

Examples of photo opportunity in a Sentence

The mayor's visit to the hospital was a good photo opportunity.
Recent Examples on the Web The new logo will also be featured as a bigger-than-life, 18-foot-wide photo opportunity sculpture, which allows guests to climb inside the O's at standard bench height. Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 21 May 2024 For 52 years, Jorge has never turned down a photo opportunity. Christian Orozco, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2024 Onsite activations including interactive games and photo opportunities will also be available at select showings. Lexi Carson, Variety, 17 May 2024 As the impromptu photo opportunity concluded, Meghan was warmly embraced by a crowd of women eager to show their appreciation. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 11 May 2024 Some of the goats will be kept on the island for tourism, as the charismatic creatures make great photo opportunities for visitors. Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 8 Apr. 2024 The bar will also offer special photo opportunities and displays for Valentine's Day. Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 23 Feb. 2024 The event will also feature specialty limited-edition merchandise and photo opportunities. Kirsten Chuba, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Feb. 2024 The nine-member cast is scheduled to perform on Friday at Manhattan's Stitch Bar & Blues and participate in a panel discussion, autograph sessions and photo opportunities with loyal fans. Jp Mangalindan, Peoplemag, 12 Oct. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of photo opportunity was in 1952

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“Photo opportunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/photo%20opportunity. Accessed 28 May. 2024.

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