Phrase guide

opportunity knocks

phrase · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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phrase

Meaning 1

An opportunity arises.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • Don't be caught napping When opportunity knocks.
  • Opportunity knocked in the form of an admission letter from the university.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: opportunity comes knocking

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From the proverb opportunity knocks at every man's door.