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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

They can't leave the door open the way they did early on against Sweden or give Italy's attack any encouragement whatsoever.

From BBC • Jul. 21, 2025

“This will open the way for me to complete my studies.”

From Science Magazine • Apr. 7, 2024

I can see people staring, their mouths hanging open the way Rachel’s does.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina

open the way

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