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.

Examples of open (someone or something) to (someone or something) in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The justices, however, appeared to be open to a compromise of sorts offered up by Michael Mongan, solicitor general at the California Department of Justice, in which the state Legislature would amend Proposition 22 to allow drivers access to workers’ compensation benefits. —

Suhauna Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2024 In What a Fool Believes, out now, the longtime Doobie Brothers member leans in to his life motto: being open to the randomness of life. —

Daniela Avila, Peoplemag, 22 May 2024 Whether or not that will remain the case is open to interpretation. —

David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 May 2024 The Miami Dolphins first practice of the offseason that’s open to the media lacked star power since most of the team’s frontline players were absent, or sidelined by injuries during this voluntary session. —

Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 21 May 2024 When the weather is mild, don’t be surprised to find everyone’s front door propped open to let in a breeze from the river—but more importantly welcome guests inside. —

Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 21 May 2024 Detroit office helps metro Detroit Girl Scouts travel to California (freep.com) While the carnival is not open to the greater public, family members can purchase tickets to attend for $20 per individual or $50 per family. —

Kylie Martin, Detroit Free Press, 21 May 2024 Zombor’s resolution will be considered by the school board’s Accountability, Finance and Personnel Committee at its meeting Tuesday, which is open to the public and streamed on the district’s YouTube page. —

Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 20 May 2024 During Monday’s workout, Mevis — who will presumably compete with Piñeiro — made all of five field goal attempts during the portion of the session that was open to the media. —

Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2024

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