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Then last week, the DOJ said it was closing the investigation as the Fed’s inspector general undertakes an inquiry into the renovations — though the Justice Department left open the possibility of restarting its probe.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026

There are also the numerous unanswered cultural questions #MeToo left open.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

Leavitt reiterated that administration officials “hope it will be through diplomacy,” but left open the possibility that it could be retrieved through ground operations.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Guardiola was asked if the 23-year-old will definitely stay during the forthcoming January transfer window, to which he replied "absolutely", but the caveats he added left open a possible exit.

From BBC • Dec. 17, 2025

I tried to stay focused on the movement of the PSF’s shoulder blades beneath his black uniform, but it was difficult when most of the curtains had been left open for anyone to peer inside.

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken