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as in unlocks
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 clears
to make passage through (something) possible by removing obstructions
we need to open this drain that's clogged with hair
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as in expands
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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as in frees
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 begins
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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Recent Examples of opens
Although the new Hollywood Casino Aurora is getting all new tables, some of the slot machines are being brought over from the downtown location, which is set to close around 14 days before the new casino opens, according to Moore.
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R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
The story opens when Hana Ishikawa inherits the shop only to find both her father and the shop’s most precious acquisition are missing.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 23 May 2026
The exhibit that opens Saturday, May 23 at the Broad museum could change that for those willing to trek to downtown Los Angeles.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Daily News, 23 May 2026
In Sag Harbor, Babe’s Diner opens on Division Street as a nostalgic 14-seat setting for elevated breakfast and lunch fare.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
The last operating trolley in the City of Denver opens for the season on Monday.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 23 May 2026
A little water dramatically opens the flavor profile, heightening the sweetness and fruitiness.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
The sliding cabinet door rotates a full 360 degrees and opens to reveal cubbies for keeping remotes, books, and other essentials tidy.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2026
The home opens to a foyer with a cathedral ceiling and a great room with walls of glass and southern exposure.
—Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2026
R. Christian Smith, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026
The story opens when Hana Ishikawa inherits the shop only to find both her father and the shop’s most precious acquisition are missing.
—Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 23 May 2026
The exhibit that opens Saturday, May 23 at the Broad museum could change that for those willing to trek to downtown Los Angeles.
—Marla Jo Fisher, Daily News, 23 May 2026
In Sag Harbor, Babe’s Diner opens on Division Street as a nostalgic 14-seat setting for elevated breakfast and lunch fare.
—Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 23 May 2026
The last operating trolley in the City of Denver opens for the season on Monday.
—Christa Swanson, CBS News, 23 May 2026
A little water dramatically opens the flavor profile, heightening the sweetness and fruitiness.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
The sliding cabinet door rotates a full 360 degrees and opens to reveal cubbies for keeping remotes, books, and other essentials tidy.
—Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 May 2026
The home opens to a foyer with a cathedral ceiling and a great room with walls of glass and southern exposure.
—Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opens
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Something was just holding them back, and the medication unlocks this realization.—
Allison Forsyth,
Health,
14 May 2026
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However, an optional cellular plan unlocks premium features like real-time tracking, escape alerts, activity tracking and custom voice commands.—
Rachel Cortez,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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In Georgia, if no candidate clears 50% of the vote, the top two vote-getters in the primary advance to a runoff, which will be held on June 16.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
20 May 2026
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During deep sleep, the brain’s glymphatic system clears metabolic waste including proteins linked to Alzheimer’s disease, and research shows even one night of sleep deprivation can increase amyloid deposits in the brain.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
19 May 2026
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The rollout of Gemini Omni Flash is currently limited to select subscription tiers in the Gemini app, with broader access expected as the deployment expands.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
22 May 2026
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In an interview included in press notes for the documentary, the director expands on his vision of providing a balanced view of history.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
22 May 2026
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Finally, a Stanford study revealed that while AI frees up time, most users divert it to entertainment instead of productive endeavors.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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Mando frees him soon enough (after a funny encounter with a four-armed simian food-truck chef voiced with high anxiety by Martin Scorsese).—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
19 May 2026
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His involvement begins and ends with his coverage.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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Goldschmied begins to collaborate with Gap as a consultant—a relationship that would continue until 2000.—
Maria Cristina Pavarini,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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Their friendship extends beyond the classroom.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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For Brady, the lesson extends far beyond football.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
19 May 2026
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There are still a couple of questions to be answered though even as construction commences on the 67,500-capacity facility, which will be next to Cleveland Hopkins International Airport and about 15 miles (24 kilometers) south of downtown Cleveland.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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Falling back to the pack and seven points shy of San Jose, which won 4-1 at BMO Stadium on Sunday, LAFC has seen its recent MLS stumbles coincide with advancing to a two-leg CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal, which commences Wednesday at BMO Stadium and ends May 6 in Toluca, Mexico.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Like the movie, the series begins as a deeply human story grounded in relationships that gradually unfolds into a large-scale, epic adventure.—
Ed Meza,
Variety,
14 May 2026
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Not every summer movie needs to be a mystery that unfolds hallway after hallway, with a creature hiding around every corner ready to pop out.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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“Opens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opens. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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