open out
phrasal verb
opened out; opening out; opens out
British
: to become less shy and speak more freely
He began to open out about an hour into our date.
Examples of open out in a Sentence
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The delay led to an unexpected discovery Feb. 4, 2024
Phase two encompasses the larger park area that opens out to Mira Mesa Boulevard and includes the Gil Johnson Recreation Center, which was dedicated in 1977.
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Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 June 2024
Big windows open out to the ocean, allowing the afternoon sea breeze to flow into the building, unlike the stuffy, hot container buildings the instructors worked out of previously.
—Laylan Connelly, Orange County Register, 31 May 2024
The discovery of a skeleton in Pottstown, Pa., opens out to a story of integration and community.
—The California Independent Booksellers Alliance, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2024
For hosting a dinner party, head over to the formal dining room, which will seat more than eight people next to French doors that open out to the grounds.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 14 May 2024
All rooms show off views of the Bay of Cannes, but only some have balconies or outdoor patios opening out to the pool or gardens.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2024
One room features hardwood floors and large sliding glass doors that open out to what appears to be a back patio.
—Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 13 May 2024
This 19th-century warehouse oozes vintage charm, with antique bed frames, exposed wooden beams, and spectacular casement windows that open out onto the St. Lawrence River or bustling St. Paul Street.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
The ample great room encompasses a living area that directly opens out to a large deck, along with a cozy kitchen and a dining area.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
Jennifer Van Grove, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 June 2024
Big windows open out to the ocean, allowing the afternoon sea breeze to flow into the building, unlike the stuffy, hot container buildings the instructors worked out of previously.
—Laylan Connelly, Orange County Register, 31 May 2024
The discovery of a skeleton in Pottstown, Pa., opens out to a story of integration and community.
—The California Independent Booksellers Alliance, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2024
For hosting a dinner party, head over to the formal dining room, which will seat more than eight people next to French doors that open out to the grounds.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 14 May 2024
All rooms show off views of the Bay of Cannes, but only some have balconies or outdoor patios opening out to the pool or gardens.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2024
One room features hardwood floors and large sliding glass doors that open out to what appears to be a back patio.
—Natalia Senanayake, Peoplemag, 13 May 2024
This 19th-century warehouse oozes vintage charm, with antique bed frames, exposed wooden beams, and spectacular casement windows that open out onto the St. Lawrence River or bustling St. Paul Street.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2024
The ample great room encompasses a living area that directly opens out to a large deck, along with a cozy kitchen and a dining area.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2024
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“Open out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20out. Accessed 9 Jun. 2024.
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