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 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 There will be live music, beer and cocktails, photo opportunities, retail vendors and more. The San Diego Union-Tribune Staff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2024 His words on mental health still matter Are there celebrity autographs or photo opportunities? John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 22 Mar. 2024 One of them is ready for a family photo opportunity and stands at nearly 7 feet tall. Natallie Rocha, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Mar. 2024 Highlights will include live music, food trucks, a bubble party, face painting, a local vendor market, hands-on activities, a basketball giveaway for kids, a writing workshop/open mic and photo opportunities with the Big Heads of The Parade Company. Brendel Hightower, Detroit Free Press, 23 Feb. 2024

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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 4 May. 2024.

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