1
as in unlocked
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 cleared
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 expanded
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 freed
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 began
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 opened
Southern Soul was among the early wave of new-school restaurants that opened just after the turn of the 21st century, giving contemporary twists to old Southern classics.
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Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
Skerry opened a walk-through inside two ballrooms at the Washington Marriott Georgetown by imploring the players to tighten up a defense that almost squandered a 15-point lead on Sunday against Drexel.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2025
The Falcons released Jarrett, a two-time Pro Bowler, on Monday before the negotiation window opened.
—Kevin Fishbain, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025
The Los Angeles Rams made a massive splash before the NFL free agency tampering window even opened.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
Tesla's share price began to gain ground against yesterday's losses after the stock market opened for trading on Tuesday morning.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
The center opened with a gala on September 8, 1971.
—Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
After seeing animal print interiors in clubs across the city, Rowland ventured into that territory with her clothing, and in true London fashion, the show opened with a silky trench coat.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
The club rebuilt its roster with eight new players and hopes to have opened a new competitive window.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 15 Feb. 2025
Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
Skerry opened a walk-through inside two ballrooms at the Washington Marriott Georgetown by imploring the players to tighten up a defense that almost squandered a 15-point lead on Sunday against Drexel.
—Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 11 Mar. 2025
The Falcons released Jarrett, a two-time Pro Bowler, on Monday before the negotiation window opened.
—Kevin Fishbain, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025
The Los Angeles Rams made a massive splash before the NFL free agency tampering window even opened.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
Tesla's share price began to gain ground against yesterday's losses after the stock market opened for trading on Tuesday morning.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
The center opened with a gala on September 8, 1971.
—Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
After seeing animal print interiors in clubs across the city, Rowland ventured into that territory with her clothing, and in true London fashion, the show opened with a silky trench coat.
—Alyssa Goldberg, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
The club rebuilt its roster with eight new players and hopes to have opened a new competitive window.
—Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 15 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for opened
Verb
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Leaving the default admin password unchanged is like leaving your front door unlocked.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
24 Dec. 2024
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The back of the vehicle can’t be unlocked from the inside.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
23 Dec. 2024
Verb
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The White House did note that the tariffs can be expanded.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Listed in Hong Kong, Prada has expanded rapidly under Miuccia and Bertelli, owning other brands including the fast-growing Miu Miu and Church’s shoes.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
10 Apr. 2025
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Season 5, episode 11 began with Tommy (Gina Torres) learning that her tumors are growing in size, giving her possibly just days to live.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 Jan. 2025
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Bloom reveals the pair hit it off straight away, and that he was especially charmed by how Barrymore, who began acting at only 11 months old, made an effort to connect with all of the kids on set, too.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
28 Jan. 2025
Verb
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This policy appears to have extended to interactions with the press as well.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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There, organizers counted 6,000 peaceful protesters who filled the State Street Bridge over the Fox River and extended for several blocks in either direction.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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The company has not commenced any operations and does not expect to generate operating revenues until after completing a business combination.—
Quartz Bot,
Quartz,
27 Dec. 2024
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An epic hoedown commenced, complete with line dancing where Blue Ivy joined in for the finale.—
Steven J. Horowitz,
Variety,
25 Dec. 2024
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The most drama unfolded in the double-overtime Peach Bowl between Texas and Arizona State.—
Giovanni Malloy,
Forbes,
6 Jan. 2025
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Annual Golden Globes after-party unfolded at Marea.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
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The cold of the night had returned, and the baby had started to shiver.—
Karen Zautyk,
New York Daily News,
24 Dec. 2024
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That’s quite a feat for a team that started playing football in 1925.—
Josh Kendall,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Six of the submarines have been launched already, while the seventh is being constructed.—
Abhishek Bhardwaj,
Interesting Engineering,
25 Mar. 2025
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Specialist audio brand iFi has launched its latest product in the form of the iDSD Valkyrie.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Opened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/opened. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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