Synonyms of open
1
as in to unlock
to change from a closed to an open position
please open the door to let the cat out
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2
as in to clear
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
we need to open this drain that's clogged with hair
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3
as in to expand
to arrange the parts of (something) over a wider area
when we got too close, the cardinal opened its wings and flew to a higher branch
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4
as in to free
to rid the surface of (as an area) from things in the way
snowplows opened the runway without much trouble
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as in to begin
to take the first step in (a process or course of action)
we will open the proceedings tomorrow with a short ceremony
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as in cleared
allowing passage without obstruction
thank you for clearing out the hallway so that it's open again
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2
as in public
freely available for use or participation by all
the lanes at the bowling alley will be open during the afternoon, but will be available only for league play in the evening
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3
as in vulnerable
being in a situation where one is likely to meet with harm
the country's open to invasion if its borders remain unguarded
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as in honest
free in expressing one's true feelings and opinions
a talkative and open child who tells people more than they want to know
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as in exposed
lacking a usual or natural covering
open wounds in his legs
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as in shared
not known by only a select few
the two boxers have an open dislike for each other
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as in pending
not yet settled or decided
that issue will have to remain open until the supervisor can decide
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as in impartial
willing to consider new or different ideas
she is always open and ready to listen to anyone's suggestions
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as in generous
giving or sharing in abundance and without hesitation
he's very open with his opinions, many of which are not welcome
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as in wilderness
that part of the physical world that is removed from human habitation
a daguerreotype of a cowboy whose face is roughened from a hard life in the open
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Recent Examples of open
Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 2 June 2025
When the trucks reached their targets, the roofs opened by remote control, and the drones launched.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2025
Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2025
If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Steer clear of open fields, hilltops, or ridge tops.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2025
Rafael Nam, NPR, 19 May 2025
Wall Street appears to be signaling some skepticism about the deal’s viability, based on the open of trading Thursday.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 8 May 2025
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The roofs were then remotely opened, and the drones deployed to launch their strikes on four Russian airfields across the vast country.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 2 June 2025
When the trucks reached their targets, the roofs opened by remote control, and the drones launched.
—Jasmine Baehr, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2025
Adjective
If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Stay away from open fields, hill summits, or ridge tops.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2025
If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Steer clear of open fields, hilltops, or ridge tops.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 1 June 2025
Noun
And now, Coinbase is set to become part of the S&P 500 starting at the open of trade on Monday, replacing Discover Financial Services, which is being acquired by Capital One Financial.
—Rafael Nam, NPR, 19 May 2025
Wall Street appears to be signaling some skepticism about the deal’s viability, based on the open of trading Thursday.
—Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for open
Verb
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To unlock the real value of AI agents, businesses need to move toward a single source of truth: a structured, clean and continuously updated view of their consumer universe.—
Steve Phillips,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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But the game is changed when the founder of Prodigy unlocks a new advancement: hybrids (humanoid robots infused with human consciousness).—
Matt Webb Mitovich,
TVLine,
1 June 2025
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The filmmakers had other hurdles to clear as well, including the incredibly complicated and fraught world of music licensing.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Her father, Kevin Fox, was arrested four months later in connection with her murder, but was later cleared.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Stablecoins are often treated as satellites of U.S. monetary policy—dollar proxies that expand liquidity and shore up Treasury demand.—
Jemma Green,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Trump’s memo will go into the history books as a moment when presidential power expanded to put under his control a military force aimed at U.S. civilians.—
Anita Chabria,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2025
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With its easy setup and free unlimited storage, family members can instantly share photos from anywhere.—
Jené Luciani Sena
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FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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Dewayne eventually freed the machete from Mischa’s head and tried to dismember her corpse with it.—
Lesley Cosme Torres,
People.com,
6 June 2025
Verb
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Entering the homestretch, Journalism poked his head in front as Rodriguez began to fall back.—
John Cherwa,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
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But what began as an ordinary evening would soon become one of the region's most haunting cold cases.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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Topics include earning passive income online, mastering communication and public speaking skills, acing your job interview, and practical strategies to grow your wealth.—
Megan Sauer,
CNBC,
31 May 2025
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When Thrasher’s name surfaced for the FSU job in 2014, students heckled him at a public forum, appalled by his role as a lobbyist and as chairman of then-Gov. Rick Scott’s re-election campaign.—
Steve Bousquet,
Sun Sentinel,
31 May 2025
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The Trump administration has been accused of disregarding due process protections, especially for vulnerable groups, such as the U.S.-born children of undocumented immigrants.—
Mandy Taheri,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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Without strong glutes to stabilize your pelvis and support your spine, other areas of your body are stressed and become more vulnerable to injury.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
30 May 2025
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Like so many good honest people with common sense who work hard and pay taxes, the Democrat party has abandoned them.—
Andrew Stanton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 May 2025
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Because spontaneous conversations are harder in a hybrid environment, actively create spaces for honest discussions.—
Ayaskant Sarangi,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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“Open.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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