open the way

VERB

break the ice

Synonyms

WEAK

be friendly and talkative break ground cut the first turf get one's feet wet lay the first stone lead off lead the way make a start oil the works pave the way set at ease smooth the path socialize start start the ball rolling take the plunge

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“I see an idling, maybe even stagnating market. Only a strong move above $100,000 could flip the script, restore confidence, and open the way toward $120,000+ level,” he said.

From Barron's • Dec. 8, 2025

However, economists say that while the budget will help cool the pace of price rises, it is unlikely to do so in the sustained manner that would open the way for many more rate cuts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025

If he is successful, it could open the way for more Koreans to play in MLS.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2025

That said, a trifecta, if astutely managed, does open the way for the possibility of major legislative initiatives.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2024

The back door is propped open, the way I knew it would be.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina

open the way

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