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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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
The Mexican, a Dallas restaurant that Unesco named one of the most beautiful restaurants in the world, opens April 7 on Brickell Key with more than 10,000 square feet of space and room for over 330 diners.
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Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
His visit to Monaco is only his second outside Italy, but opens what is expected to be a busy year of travel.
—Reuters, NBC news, 28 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, 28 Mar. 2026
The fast-casual eatery, which prioritizes fresh, wholesome ingredients, officially opens Saturday, April 4 at Camp North End.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Two separate developers are putting through zoning proposals for more than 300 apartments in Enfield’s Thompsonville section that would be built before its new train station opens in 2029.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2026
The Atlanta trio opens a three-act bill at the EARL on April 24.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Emily Blunt, Colman Domingo, Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth and Eve Hewson star in the film, which opens on June 12.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
The fee increase is not set to go into effect until Skylink opens this summer.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 28 Mar. 2026
His visit to Monaco is only his second outside Italy, but opens what is expected to be a busy year of travel.
—Reuters, NBC news, 28 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, 28 Mar. 2026
The fast-casual eatery, which prioritizes fresh, wholesome ingredients, officially opens Saturday, April 4 at Camp North End.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Two separate developers are putting through zoning proposals for more than 300 apartments in Enfield’s Thompsonville section that would be built before its new train station opens in 2029.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 27 Mar. 2026
The Atlanta trio opens a three-act bill at the EARL on April 24.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Emily Blunt, Colman Domingo, Josh O’Connor, Colin Firth and Eve Hewson star in the film, which opens on June 12.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 27 Mar. 2026
The fee increase is not set to go into effect until Skylink opens this summer.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opens
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Each meal includes a collectible card pack featuring a photocard of art featuring either Huntr/X or the Saja Boys, and a Derpy the Tiger access card with a QR code that unlocks exclusive content via the McDonald's app.—
Mike Snider,
USA TODAY,
26 Mar. 2026
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Each meal includes a collectible card pack featuring a photocard of art featuring either Huntr/X or the Saja Boys, and a Derpy the Tiger access card with a QR code that unlocks exclusive content via the McDonald's app.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
24 Mar. 2026
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Later June clears your way; a windfall could appear in July.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Some remain hopeful that the structural case for Asia private equity will reassert itself once the uncertainty clears.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2026
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Drone delivery expands across the Charlotte region The Queen City is no stranger to drone deliveries.—
Chase Jordan
March 27,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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The find helps explain water’s odd behavior and its unusual properties, including the reason ice cubes float and how liquid water expands as its temperature drops below 39 degrees Fahrenheit (four degrees Celsius).—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Mar. 2026
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But for occasional rice preparation, the stovetop method works perfectly well — and frees up valuable counter and cabinet space.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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That frees up the conversation surrounding optimal deployment of the big outscorers.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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The drones are programmed not to fly over 200 feet and to return to their charging station on their own when the battery level begins to get low.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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The 126th New York International Auto Show begins this week and car fans across the globe are revved up.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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This participatory element extends the exhibition beyond visual engagement, emphasizing process over permanence.—
Olga Garcia-Mayoral,
Miami Herald,
31 Mar. 2026
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Warren junior second baseman Lauren Jaronik agrees that Meno’s influence extends beyond her hitting and fielding.—
Bobby Narang,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
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But the Passover Seder also commences the 50-day historical journey to Mount Sinai, the metaphorical site where the Jewish people received the Torah, the laws and traditions that gave shape to their journey, their culture and societal structure.—
Michael Pfleger,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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All changes take effect June 18 except for Cartagena, which commences June 11.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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Based on the hit Devil May Cry video game IP, the series centers on a sibling rivalry that unfolds as both a physical and psychological battle.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
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From there, the one-minute-and-sixteen-second clip unfolds with a rapid montage of electrifying concert footage, interspersed with candid moments from life on the road.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
26 Mar. 2026
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“Opens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opens. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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