趁机

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Usage of 趁机

The phrase 趁机 is used to express taking advantage of an opportunity or a favorable moment to do something. It often implies acting promptly when a chance arises, sometimes with a subtle sense of seizing a moment that might not last.

Common contexts

It is frequently used in everyday conversation to describe actions like escaping, making suggestions, or learning new skills when the situation allows. The tone is generally neutral but can carry a slight nuance of opportunism depending on context.

Collocations and patterns

Notes

Avoid confusing 趁机 with similar words like 利用 (lìyòng), which means 'to utilize' but is more formal and less about seizing a moment spontaneously. 趁机 emphasizes timing and opportunity more than just usage.

Example Sentences

He took the opportunity to escape and was not caught.

Take the opportunity to learn new skills to improve your competitiveness.

He took the opportunity to put forward his suggestion, and everyone thought