in the open
Example Sentences
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This project was not secret; it unfolded in the open.
From Salon • May 9, 2026
Ukrainian sea drones have revolutionised naval warfare since Moscow's invasion, relentlessly hunting down Russian warships and tankers in the open sea and even at naval bases.
From BBC • May 8, 2026
Regularly engaging in a variety of physical activities could be one of the most effective ways to extend lifespan, according to research published in the open access journal BMJ Medicine.
From Science Daily • Apr. 27, 2026
The part of a lawyer, walking down his opposition in the open court.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
She stood in the open doorway, as if waiting.
From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin
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