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open the way

VERB

break the ice

Synonyms

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

That said, a trifecta, if astutely managed, does open the way for the possibility of major legislative initiatives.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2024

“This will open the way for me to complete my studies.”

From Science Magazine • Apr. 7, 2024

These people, for the reasons already given, can open the way to that dominion and facilitate your victory.

From "The Prince" by Niccolò Machiavelli

open the way

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