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

idiom

: 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.

: 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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Recent Examples on the Web The extra width not only increases internal space but serves as a set of overhanging eaves that prevent rain from falling inside when the sliding doors are left open to enjoy the sound and cooling of the rain. —

New Atlas, 6 Sep. 2024 Even avid history buffs will be surprised by the beauty and uniqueness of The Armour-Stiner Octagon House, a private home in Irvington, New York, that, on select days, is open to the public. —

Jeanne Muchnick, USA TODAY, 6 Sep. 2024 There was the opposition of a house open to the world, to a house that was completely shut down. —

Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2024 The bar was open to patrons during Labor Day weekend and has advertised Packers game-day specials for the game against the Eagles on Sept. 6 on its Facebook page. —

Jordyn Noennig, Journal Sentinel, 6 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for open (someone or something) to (someone or something)

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