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timely opening

[ˈtaɪmli ˈoʊpənɪŋ]
nounpl: timely openings
abertura oportuna
1. An opportunity or space that becomes available at an advantageous or appropriate moment
The timely opening of a position in the company allowed her to advance her career.
A abertura oportuna de uma posição na empresa lhe permitiu avançar sua carreira.
2. In chess or games, a strategic opening made at the right moment to gain advantage
He found a timely opening in his opponent's defense.
Ele encontrou uma abertura oportuna na defesa de seu oponente.
3. A favorable gap or break in circumstances that occurs when most needed
The timely opening in the weather allowed them to complete the outdoor event.
A abertura oportuna no tempo permitiu que completassem o evento ao ar livre.
Synonyms
opportune momentfavorable breakstrategic gapwell-timed chance
Antonyms
ill-timed closinginopportune momentuntimely obstruction

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
abertura oportuna
Most common and widely understood term
São Paulo
brecha oportuna
Alternative term emphasizing the gap or break aspect
Portugal
abertura oportuna
Standard Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

strike while the iron is hot
seize the moment
window of opportunity
golden opportunity
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