out in the open
Example Sentences
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"It is a concern that... people feel sufficiently confident they can be out in the open."
From BBC • May 18, 2026
“A.I. humanization” is a growing profession, and for industries beyond academia, these words can be said out in the open.
From Slate • Mar. 20, 2026
For those caught out in the open, there are no underground car parks to dash to in this modest town.
From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026
“Totally out in the open — this is one of the most shocking things I have seen,” said Hilton, holding up blurry photos of girls and young women taken on Friday night.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025
We had to cross at Jozefinska Street, which meant we would be out in the open.
From "Prisoner B-3087" by Alan Gratz
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