open
adjective
not closed or barred at the time, as a doorway by a door, a window by a sash, or a gateway by a gate.
have opened
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present perfectof open.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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"The ability to fly may have opened entirely new ways of life," Lechki said.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 9, 2026
Polling stations across Greater Manchester have opened in a mayoral election that was triggered when Andy Burnham resigned as the city region's mayor.
From BBC ● Jul. 30, 2026
In this recent expansion, private schools have opened in farms and barns, addiction treatment centers, co-working spaces, people’s homes and parks, ProPublica’s review of 13 states found.
From Salon ● Jul. 27, 2026
He and his family have opened up their home to foster children for the last seven years.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
Bran thought it curious that this pup alone would have opened his eyes while the others were still blind.
From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin
