open out
phrasal verb
opened out; opening out; opens out
British
: to become less shy and speak more freely
He began to open out about an hour into our date.
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The primary suite sprawls out on the upper level, with a circular-like geometric design that includes a fireplace and three sets of doors that open out to a serene view of the grounds.
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 12 Aug. 2025
Lots of spycraft and Russian intrigue, but what really fascinated me is how, in Norway, everyone’s front door seems to open out to the weather and not in to the house, as ours do.
—Sam Sifton, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
To kick back and relax, the drawing room opens out to landscaped gardens through elegant French doors, while the sitting room features William Morris wallpaper and a wood burner.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
The latter opens out to a lower patio, complete with a water fountain.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 3 July 2025
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 12 Aug. 2025
Lots of spycraft and Russian intrigue, but what really fascinated me is how, in Norway, everyone’s front door seems to open out to the weather and not in to the house, as ours do.
—Sam Sifton, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
To kick back and relax, the drawing room opens out to landscaped gardens through elegant French doors, while the sitting room features William Morris wallpaper and a wood burner.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
The latter opens out to a lower patio, complete with a water fountain.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 3 July 2025
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“Open out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20out. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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