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open-door

ADJECTIVE
open
Synonyms
WEAK
admissible agreeable allowable approachable appropriate attainable available employable fit free general getable nondiscriminatory not posted obtainable on deck on tap operative permitted practicable proper public reachable securable suitable to be had unconditional unoccupied unqualified unrestricted usable vacant welcoming within reach
open door
NOUN
freedom to enter
Synonyms
WEAK
equal admission free access generosity open-door policy smiling reception warmheartedness
ADJECTIVE
open
Synonyms
WEAK
admissible agreeable allowable approachable appropriate attainable available employable fit free general getable nondiscriminatory not posted obtainable on deck on tap operative permitted practicable proper public reachable securable suitable to be had unconditional unoccupied unqualified unrestricted usable vacant welcoming within reach

Example Sentences

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"The talks in Pakistan did not deliver a deal, but they did something just as important. They kept the door open. And in markets, an open door is often enough," he added.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

“We’re asking for accessibility, not an open door to cause harm.”

From Salon • Mar. 1, 2026

“In this administration, I think what’s different is there’s such a sort of open door to be part of the conversation.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

Ruiz and Caballero Magaña remind their students of their open door policy — anyone is welcome to come and talk.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 5, 2025

“And I’m guessing that’s the basket,” he said, pointing to the large border wall where security officers stood by an open door, the blue of the ocean showing just behind them.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin