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opportunism |
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opportunism the conscious policy and practice of taking selfish advantage of circumstances, with little regard for principles. — opportunist, n. — opportunistic, adj. See also: Behavior
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opportunism noun expediency, convenience, exploitation, realism, manipulation, pragmatism, capitalization, realpolitik, utilitarianism, making hay while the sun shines (informal) striking while the iron is hot (informal) unscrupulousness, Machiavellianism Translations |
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In Defoe's last years he suffered a great reverse of fortune, paying the full penalty for his opportunism and lack of ideals. |
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