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open the way

VERB

break the ice

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WEAK

be friendly and talkative break ground cut the first turf get one's feet wet lay the first stone lead off lead the way make a start oil the works pave the way set at ease smooth the path socialize start start the ball rolling take the plunge

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However, economists say that while the budget will help cool the pace of price rises, it is unlikely to do so in the sustained manner that would open the way for many more rate cuts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 27, 2025

The proposals on the table attempt to strengthen protections for several shark species, weaken restrictions on trade in giraffes and open the way to limited sales of rhino horn and elephant ivory.

From Barron's • Nov. 24, 2025

If he is successful, it could open the way for more Koreans to play in MLS.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2025

They can't leave the door open the way they did early on against Sweden or give Italy's attack any encouragement whatsoever.

From BBC • Jul. 21, 2025

We’ll find Roger and your father, and then let’s open the way to the world outside, and set ’em all free!”

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman

open the way

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