seize the opportunity

to take advantage of an opportunity when offered. My uncle offered me a trip to Europe, so I seized the opportunity. Whenever you have a chance, you should seize the opportunity.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Elliott	['elijət]
Ingrid	ING-rid (Swedish), ING-ree (Norwegian), ING-grit (German)	Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, German
Scarlet	['ska:lit]
Ladislava	-	Czech, Slovak
Muiris	-	Irish
Tedore	-	Georgian