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openness

[oh-puhn-nis] / ˈoʊ pən nɪs /




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Fittingly, “Across the Ages” raises more questions than it answers—an openness that’s part of the intrigue.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

While the business has been praised for its openness by some, Ratula Chakraborty, a professor of business management at the University of East Anglia, argues Bun X could do more to cater to allergens.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

“We’re not trying to be a judge or a jury. We’re trying to publish books that show openness to ideas, that don’t shame people or punish dissent and encourage debate.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

The countries, among the world's poorest, have shown an openness to US investment despite their vows to protect sovereignty.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

I was terrified to step into the openness of the house, and I wanted to sleep.

From "100 Sideways Miles" by Andrew Smith




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