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.

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Now in its fifth year, the contest is open to employees of movie theaters around the world. — Brent Lang, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026

With only five practices remaining, including the final practice April 18 that is open to the public, Sarkisian gave an overview so far. — Kirk Bohls, Houston Chronicle, 7 Apr. 2026

But plan ahead — many of the tasting rooms only open to the public Fridays through Sundays. — Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026

Chase said in a statement to the Light this week that the branch, which is open to customers during the work, is being renovated in phases, with completion expected in early fall. — Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026