open (someone or something) to (someone or something)

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1
: to allow (a particular group of people) to enter, use, or participate in (something)
He opens his home to anyone who needs a place to stay.
This year, we've opened the contest to all children under the age of 16.
2
: to cause or allow (someone or something) to be affected by (something bad, such as criticism)
Their actions have opened the government to charges of corruption.
By being secretive about her past, she opens herself (up) to political attacks.

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But the Go Pool, open to visitors who are 21 and older, also offers free admission and complimentary poolside lounge chairs. Andy Wang, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025 Be open to collaborations and mutual support this month—trading skills, services, or offerings would be a great way to build trust within your community. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 July 2025 The White House posted the text of the order on X after the signing, which was not open to the press. Jim Edwards, Fortune, 1 July 2025 The show is open to all years and models of cars, trucks and motorcycles, according to a social media post. Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 30 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for open (someone or something) to (someone or something)

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“Open (someone or something) to (someone or something).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20%28someone%20or%20something%29%20to%20%28someone%20or%20something%29. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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