leave the door open

Idioms  

1. Allow for further action or discussion. For example, This will's terms leave the door open for fighting among the heirs. This metaphoric expression transfers the invitation implied by an open door to future events. Also see open the door to.

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Example Sentences

If Khawaja is left out on his home ground, it would leave the door open for Josh Inglis, who made a hundred for a Cricket Australia XI against England Lions on Monday.

From BBC

Coach McCullum appeared to leave the door open when he said: "We've just got to work out what the pros and cons are. We're not married to any position at the moment, but we'll work it out in a couple of days."

From BBC

Speaking to Test Match Special in the immediate aftermath of their thumping defeat, England captain Ben Stokes said they would not alter their plans, though he appeared to leave the door open to a change when speaking later at his news conference.

From BBC

They are instead forecasting a more modest quarter-point reduction, with policymakers likely to leave the door open to more cuts, especially if there is a shock to the global economy in the near future.

From The Wall Street Journal

Doncic does leave the door open to a sentimental possibility.

From The Wall Street Journal