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throw open

Idioms  
  1. Make more accessible, especially suddenly or dramatically, as in His withdrawal threw open the nomination to all comers. [Mid-1800s]


Example Sentences

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But clearly, not every museum, palace or seaside pier can just throw open the doors for nothing.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The idea was to throw open the door to more countries, no matter how small, to play on the game’s biggest stage—which is exactly what happened.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

He believes that the government commitment means they can convince clubs to throw open their doors to help grow the game.

From Barron's • Oct. 25, 2025

More than 30 museums across Southern California will throw open their doors on March 23, and the price of admission will be free.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 29, 2024

Trying to ignore the squeeze of my starched collar, I head downstairs and throw open the front door.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman

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