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Recent Examples of open-ended
The latest strike was open-ended and lasted four weeks.
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Sacbee.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Each subject and approach is an ongoing concern left intentionally open-ended, and never contained within a single project, title or grouping.
—Steve Appleford, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
The strike is open-ended until the health care giant and union alliance reach a contract agreement.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 16 Feb. 2026
What once felt open-ended now feels finite.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
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Sacbee.com, 23 Feb. 2026
Each subject and approach is an ongoing concern left intentionally open-ended, and never contained within a single project, title or grouping.
—Steve Appleford, Los Angeles Times, 17 Feb. 2026
The strike is open-ended until the health care giant and union alliance reach a contract agreement.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 16 Feb. 2026
What once felt open-ended now feels finite.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for open-ended
Recent Examples of Synonyms for open-ended
Adjective
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Amy Hillyard, a mother of two, is considered at risk because of an unspecified medical condition.—
Harry Harris,
Mercury News,
30 Mar. 2026
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In the Facebook post announcing Holloway's arrest, deputies said that Decarli had been found, was treated for unspecified injuries, and was now with her family.—
Dan Raby,
CBS News,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This would surely not price in an indefinite crisis or a recession ahead.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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And plans for Israeli control over a vast swath of territory for an indefinite period.—
Chantal Da Silva,
NBC news,
27 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The cushioned shoulder straps and adjustable chest strap ensure a comfortable fit, too.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Miura prefers lighter chairs with a small backrest; Tahara highlighted the benefits of chairs with adjustable seat heights, large wheels and shorter stems.—
Trista Kurniawan,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Open-ended.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open-ended. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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