unclosed

[uhn-klohzd]

adjective

1. not closed: closed.

   an unclosed door.

2. not brought to a conclusion or settlement; unfinished.

Word History and Origins

Origin of unclosed¹

Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; un- ¹, closed

Example Sentences

The gap in attainment between pupils from more and less affluent backgrounds also remains stubbornly unclosed, almost a decade on from it being made the government's "number one priority".

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In other words: Once again on “Succession,” a big deal remains unclosed.

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Mr. Mason shortly unclosed his eyes; he groaned.

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And the clergyman, who had not lifted his eyes from his book, and had held his breath but for a moment, was proceeding: his hand was already stretched towards Mr. Rochester, as his lips unclosed to ask, “Wilt thou have this woman for thy wedded wife?”—when a distinct and near voice said—

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When I again unclosed my eyes, a loud bell was ringing; the girls were up and dressing; day had not yet begun to dawn, and a rushlight or two burned in the room.

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