the door

Example Sentences

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But “the bull run is not without its limits,” he adds, noting Trump’s preference for a deal that has kept the cease-fire alive, “leaving the door to a diplomatic resolution open.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Sixteen goal contributions in 15 games swept United into the Champions League and opens the door to a bright future.

From BBC • May 17, 2026

That unfortunate miscue opened the door for the Royals to win the state title.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

The civil code would also allow judges to base some rulings on vaguely defined "good morals" -- a provision Human Rights Watch warned would be "opening the door to arbitrary interpretation".

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

I said, resting my forearms on the door.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam