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opener

[oh-puh-ner] / ˈoʊ pə nər /










NOUN
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Three reds were shown in the opener on Thursday as Mexico beat South Africa 2-0.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Two summers ago, Scotland's Euros opener proved to be one of their biggest letdowns under Clarke - a 5-1 loss to hosts Germany.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

However, the rehab has proven much quicker this time, with Richards saying Wednesday he was ready for the Americans’ tournament opener Friday against Paraguay.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

What I’m most excited about for the opener is finally seeing a game at the legendary Azteca Stadium.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

But Bryce just shakes his head, slips out from under my arm, and goes back to fiddling with the can opener.

From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden




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