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Grammar fix

equal opportunity

fair chance

A situation where everyone has the same chance to succeed, get a job, or access services, no matter their background, gender, or other personal characteristics.

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • The company is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, regardless of their background.society
  • In my opinion, equal opportunity in education is essential for a fair society because it allows everyone to reach their potential.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: equal opportunity (for/to do something)

WrongWe believe in equal opportunities for all the people.

RightWe believe in equal opportunities for all. / in equal opportunity for everyone.

Drop the extra 'the people' — 'for all' or 'for everyone'.

Patternequal opportunity (for/to do something)

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff The organisation ensures parity of opportunity irrespective of background.

Natural The company gives everyone an equal opportunity, whatever their background.

'Equal opportunity' is the standard term; 'parity of opportunity irrespective of background' is policy boilerplate.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • equal opportunity (for)
    for allemployerin educationregardless of

Don't confuse it

'Equal opportunity' is about giving everyone the same starting point, while 'equality' can mean making outcomes the same.

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