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open side

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noun

    1. the side of the scrum on which the majority of the backs are ranged

    2. ( as modifier )

      an open-side flanker

  1. a flanker who plays on the open side of the scrum

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Bettman has since come around, largely due to the league feeling T-Mobile’s design already has enough outdoor feel around its open side walls even with the roof closed.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 30, 2023

Tolvanen and Yanni Gourde exchanged tap passes before Tolvanen hit an open side to beat a defenseless Ingram.

From Washington Times • Nov. 8, 2023

From the cockpit and open side door, the crew scan the horizon, alert for potential threats.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2023

Or become proficient at bunting for a guaranteed single to the open side of the infield like Max Muncy did a couple of nights ago?

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 17, 2022

Mama and Aunt Goldie were plastered against the open side of the casket, bent toward Aunt Florentine.

From Each Little Bird That Sings by Deborah Wiles