1
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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3
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
With Mack secured, the Chargers’ priority shifts to re-signing breakout defensive star Odafe Oweh before free agency opens Wednesday.
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Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Get Morning Squawk directly to your inbox The Morning Squawk newsletter by Alex Harring is your rundown of five things to know before the stock market opens.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2026
Marquette opens tournament play Wednesday.
—ABC News, 7 Mar. 2026
The World in Kansas City, which opens Friday, features artists from around the world who have had meaningful experiences — and in many cases built their lives — in Kansas City.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee
march 6, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
Pushing down the bottom edge of the plastic door releases the lock and the lid opens to accept a Compact Disc.
—New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
The fast casual chain’s newest spot opens Wednesday, March 11, at the Concord Mills shopping center.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
The net opens mid-air, entangles the drone and deploys a parachute so everything comes down safely.
—Jan Wagner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
The 2026 edition, which opens March 8, promises to uphold that tradition.
—Julie Belcove, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2026
Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 8 Mar. 2026
Get Morning Squawk directly to your inbox The Morning Squawk newsletter by Alex Harring is your rundown of five things to know before the stock market opens.
—Alex Harring, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2026
Marquette opens tournament play Wednesday.
—ABC News, 7 Mar. 2026
The World in Kansas City, which opens Friday, features artists from around the world who have had meaningful experiences — and in many cases built their lives — in Kansas City.
—Noelle Alviz-Gransee
march 6, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2026
Pushing down the bottom edge of the plastic door releases the lock and the lid opens to accept a Compact Disc.
—New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
The fast casual chain’s newest spot opens Wednesday, March 11, at the Concord Mills shopping center.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 6 Mar. 2026
The net opens mid-air, entangles the drone and deploys a parachute so everything comes down safely.
—Jan Wagner, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
The 2026 edition, which opens March 8, promises to uphold that tradition.
—Julie Belcove, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opens
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Rather than a requirement, electric vehicle charging will be part of the city’s sustainability incentive program, which unlocks more density or waives parking requirements for projects that meet environmental thresholds.—
Mark Dee
March 12,
Idaho Statesman,
12 Mar. 2026
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Dual unlocks the ability to option the Performance Upgrade for $5,000 uncorking the motors for more power and speed.—
Joel Feder,
The Drive,
12 Mar. 2026
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According to Ayurveda, warm water clears toxins and energy blockages.—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
4 Mar. 2026
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When the smoke clears, the barrier that has kept them trapped on campus for decades is gone.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
4 Mar. 2026
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This year, the event expands to Denton for the first time, with an immersive exhibition of artworks projected across the outdoor spaces of Quakertown Park.—
Travis Pinson,
Dallas Morning News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Stay true to your roots and keep that handle intact even as your remit expands to podcasting and socializing.—
Charlie Hobbs,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Sometimes rapidly moving the shifter frees the switch up enough to work.—
John Paul,
The Providence Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
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That also frees Moscow to give more aid to Tehran.—
John Seiler,
Oc Register,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The trade will not become official until the new league year begins on Wednesday.—
SportsDay Staff,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Add all that to ideal daytime temps in the mid-70s, and a low chance of showers before the rainy season begins around June, and your last-minute CDMX trip practically plans itself.—
Annie Daly,
Vogue,
10 Mar. 2026
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The tornado watch extends through central Oklahoma as well.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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Operating within those parameters, the mystic outlands trend extends to some of the world’s most mesmerizing corners.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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If the sales go through and drilling eventually commences, large portions of the trail could, in theory, become unusable, forcing a reroute to keep it viable as a recreation setting.—
Alex Heard,
Outside,
4 Mar. 2026
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The strike will last until the union and the school district come to an agreement, which could mean hours or several days after the picket commences Thursday morning.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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What unfolds is a deeply personal chronicle of war, exile and heartbreak, as Israa grows up navigating adolescence, identity and belonging far from the home she was forced to leave.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2026
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What unfolds, in eye-catching illustrations by Muhammad Asadullah, is a story of learning not just for Lester, but also for his mother.—
Helen I. Bennett,
Hartford Courant,
12 Mar. 2026
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“Opens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opens. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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