fly open
Example Sentences
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Just when it seems that B.J. is out cold, his eyes fly open and he reaches, grabs, twists.
From New York Times • Jul. 16, 2023
The origin of that frustrating new habit is clear, too: Simply put, Soto is pulling off the ball — releasing his hips too soon and letting his front side fly open.
From Washington Post • Apr. 15, 2023
Aides for male politicians are concerned if their boss is pictured with a double chin or his fly open, but generic statements about beauty are far more rare.
From Slate • Nov. 3, 2015
“Why does a car door not fly open in a crash?” one paragraph begins.
From The New Yorker • Sep. 28, 2015
My eyes fly open at the familiar nickname.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
