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as in gate
a barrier by which an entry is closed and opened
we locked the door to the room so that no one could get in
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as in access
the means or right of entering or participating in
education unlocks the door to advancement
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Recent Examples of door
Most actors would think twice before barreling through a glass door.
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Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
Frankly, the exciting part about the ending of Killer of Killers is that the door is open to tell the in-between stories and the after stories.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
When Evelyn shuts her door, Grant takes Rose’s hand and leads her down the hall to their room.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
The rear of the Heritage Customs Valiance Pick-Up, with door and tailgate open.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2025
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Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
Frankly, the exciting part about the ending of Killer of Killers is that the door is open to tell the in-between stories and the after stories.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2025
When Evelyn shuts her door, Grant takes Rose’s hand and leads her down the hall to their room.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 4 Nov. 2025
The rear of the Heritage Customs Valiance Pick-Up, with door and tailgate open.
—Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for door
Noun
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The plane returned to the gate and was evacuated.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Oct. 2025
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In their minds, Voodoo opened the gate to chaos and lawlessness, because Voodoo led the enslaved to upset the system that largely benefitted planters.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 Oct. 2025
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Co-founded by director David Leitch and Kelly McCormack, the company hopes to continue to open the doorways for more aspiring stunt coordinators.—
Leia Mendoza,
Variety,
29 Oct. 2025
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Another shadow passed the doorway, heading toward the basement stairs.—
Blair Braverman,
Outside,
28 Oct. 2025
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In the 23 years since its independence, Timor-Leste has made significant progress in nation building, expanding critical infrastructure like roads, airports, and internet access.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
30 Oct. 2025
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On the table before the two leaders, who met at Busan’s Gimhae Air Base, were a range of thorny issues including tariffs, China’s sweeping export controls on rare earths, US restrictions on Chinese access to American high-tech, and China’s role in the illicit fentanyl trade.—
Betsy Klein,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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Some due diligence is required to understand what happens when your cannabis goes down the hatch, but never fear.—
Carly Fisher,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
29 Oct. 2025
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The slide-out module on the trailer's left expands the interior to comfortably fit a transverse double bed, while the open hatch on the opposite side can support an auxiliary tent to grow out the sheltered space.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
29 Oct. 2025
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Messengers had to use side or back entrances when delivering contracts and blueprints and photobooks to banks, law firms, and fashion houses.—
Evan Friss,
Time,
3 Nov. 2025
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There may not be campaign materials, including clothing that promotes or disparages any candidate on the ballot within 100 feet of the entrance to polling places.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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On November 30, 1680, a procession of new viceroys made their triumphant entry into Mexico City.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
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Still, the barrier to entry is low—requiring only a high school diploma and short-term on-the-job training—and the sector’s stability offers something rare in an uncertain labor market.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Now, not in pots as houseplants but growing in the ground on prominent public display, there are more than 200 accessions representing 46 species.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Oct. 2025
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King Charles became head of the Church of England upon his accession in September 2022, but he is known for his interest in interfaith relations.—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
23 Oct. 2025
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Rebecca Minkoff Darren Leather Shoulder Bag Stash away your phone, wallet, keys, and lip gloss in this on-sale leather shoulder bag.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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The women’s restroom was locked and a key was not available, a co-owner told inspectors.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Door.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/door. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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