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