Definitions

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

Example Sentences

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“We went from having a completely open door to closing it shut with 10 bolts.”

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2026

"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

"Otherwise he was going to shoot off and I'd be left with an open door, and couldn't shut it."

From BBC • Jan. 29, 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

Mother’s worried voice drifted through the open door: “How much did you earn this morning, Husband?”

From "Rickshaw Girl" by Mitali Perkins

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