opener
Example Sentences
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He hoped it was like the garage-door opener at home, where the same code worked for opening and closing.
From Literature
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They have not allowed a goal since their opener on Feb. 5, way back when Patriots fans still thought they had a shot in the Super Bowl.
In reply, Nepal reached 56 without loss after a powerplay in which both openers were the beneficiaries of good fortune.
From BBC
Either side of that he registered two ducks -- out first ball in the opener against the USA and fourth ball against Pakistan -- meaning he has only faced five balls all tournament.
From Barron's
The 27‑year‑old Sri Lanka opener was outstanding in manipulating the leg‑side field all game, scoring 26 runs through mid‑wicket and another 20 through square leg.
From BBC
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