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A space or gap that allows passage or access
“Nathan Drake looked around and found an opening in the roof of the cavern.”
A means of access or entry
“The wall had collapsed, creating an opening into the castle.”
An opportunity to achieve something
“This opening only comes once in a lifetime. The moment you own it, you better never let it go.”
The beginning or first part of something
“After preparing your outline, it is time to structure the opening of the presentation.”
The beginning or first part of a speech
“As the scene opens, Lincoln struggles to come up with an opening to his speech.”
An available job
“Fortunately, an opening became available in another department and he was afforded that job.”
A ceremony at which a building, show, etc. is declared to be open
“Large crowds were gathered to celebrate the opening of a new sewage plant.”
A hollow space inside something
A deep and narrow passage, especially in the earth's surface
Clear space allowed for a thing to move past or under another
An advantage or favorable condition over others
A conventionally defined time interval in a schedule, typically for appointments
A path or opening providing a way through
State of being dilated
An act of choosing or assigning someone (or something) for a given role or job
The action of forcing something out, especially from a bodily organ
An advance showing of a film, exhibition etc.
A means to escape danger or a precarious situation
An area cleared of all flammable material to prevent a fire from spreading across it
An opportunity to escape from or avoid a difficult situation
A place, person, or thing from which something originates
The possibility or likelihood of some future event occurring
An opening fitted with glass in a frame to admit light or air, or to allow people to see out
Coming at the beginning of something
“The King, in his opening speech, observed that he and his subjects were engaged in a momentous contest.”
Starting out or in the early stages of development
In full bloom
Present participle for to make open
“Could you open the windows to let some fresh air in?”
Present participle for to become open
“The automatic doors with sensors would open whenever a person approached.”
Present participle for to force open
“A few suspicious individuals were trying to open our neighbor's door.”
Present participle for to set or be set in action
“We will now open this event with a speech by our CEO.”
Present participle for to stretch or straighten out
“The Organ Pipe cactus will open its blossoms only during the cooler evening hours.”
(of a container or package) Present participle for to unwrap
“Every package of pills I open comes with a pamphlet warning of possible side effects.”
(of clothing) Present participle for to remove or undo
“I had to open my jacket as it was getting too warm inside.”
(of a hole or opening) Present participle for to unplug
“This acid-based solution will help to open up your clogged pipes.”
(of a beverage bottle) Present participle for to uncork
“Shall I open another bottle of the Bordeaux?”
Present participle for to reveal one's deep thoughts or emotions
“Open your heart to me, baby. I hold the lock and you hold the key.”
Present participle for to open for business
“The supermarket will open at a later time on weekends.”
Present participle for to lead into an area or space, usually with an impressive view or ambiance
“The rooms have doors that open onto French balconies overlooking the beach.”
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