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Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for open (up)
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By July, a garden in full bloom may need some encouragement to keep its beautiful flowers in supply.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025 -
Although the prognosis is good, Roy said her dog will take several weeks to fully heal and will need multiple veterinary visits.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
10 July 2025
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The raptor stayed on top of her, even as the woman’s partner tried to free her.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Smithsonian Magazine,
14 July 2025
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And, of course, using social media less could also free up more time for parents to spend playing with their kids.—
Kara Alaimo,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
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From overcrowded trails to traffic congestion, the Pacific islands have been actively seeking visitors who want to create a deeper connection with Hawaii.—
Pamela Avila,
USA Today,
5 July 2025
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The Tarte Brows for Days Framing Gel was made for anyone who wants definition, fuller-looking brows, and serious hold (without stickiness) in a single swipe.—
Marie Lodi,
Allure,
5 July 2025
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Try to unplug unnecessary appliances before the storm approaches.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 July 2025
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Workers unplugged the machine and wheeled it into a nearby shop.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
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What event could possibly justify closing a major highway for days on end?—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
12 July 2025
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If the Tripadvisor business was the company’s only segment, this valuation could be justified.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
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The Padres haven’t selected a college player with their first pick of a draft since taking right-hander Cal Quantrill eighth overall in 2016.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 July 2025
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The sixth-place Lions took an early lead but a late-game mistake allowed Montreal (3-13-6, 15 points) to get back into the game as Orlando City (9-5-8, 35 points) let two crucial points slip away.—
Kyle Foley,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 July 2025
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While Kershaw’s limited workload would normally not warrant an All-Star selection, his stats haven’t been too far off that pace this year: A 4-0 record, 3.43 ERA and 1.254 WHIP in what is the 18th season of his future Hall of Fame career.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 July 2025
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Any baby animal found alone: While some parents leave their young for periods, a solitary baby, especially if wet, warrants a call to the rescue center.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
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“Open (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open%20%28up%29. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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