wide-open

adjective

: having virtually no limits or restrictions
a wide-open town

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If Nix had set his feet while hitting on just one of three more wide-open heaves against the Bolts, the Broncos are 2-1 — and the AFC West is thrown into beautiful chaos. Sean Keeler, Denver Post, 23 Sep. 2025 Quarterback Jalon Daniels converted a fourth-and-1 to a wide-open Levi Wentz for a 41-yard passing touchdown. Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 21 Sep. 2025 Known for its striking modern architecture, the space is complemented by wide-open views of the Tejo River. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025 The Sooners won 24-17 over the Tigers, thanks in part to trickery on an Isaiah Sategna III wide-open touchdown. Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 21 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for wide-open

Word History

First Known Use

1858, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wide-open was in 1858

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“Wide-open.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wide-open. Accessed 29 Sep. 2025.

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