window of opportunity

noun phrase

: the time during which there is a chance to do something
The window of opportunity has closed/ended.

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But right now, there's a small window of opportunity to claim your territory before everyone else figures it out. Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025 At this crucial moment in our lives, our only request is to seize this window of opportunity to secure a deal that will bring fathers back to their children - children need their fathers - and return all hostages home: the living for rehabilitation and the deceased for eternal rest. Landon Mion, Fox News, 22 Feb. 2025 Liverpool being 12 points clear is a recognition of their strength and stability, while drop-offs from Arsenal and Manchester City and the struggles of Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur have opened a window of opportunity. Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 18 Mar. 2025 Exes may or may not make a quick cameo, but again, don’t fret — this is your window of opportunity for closure. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for window of opportunity

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“Window of opportunity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/window%20of%20opportunity. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.

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