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openness

[oh-puhn-nis] / ˈoʊ pən nɪs /




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DiFiore introduced me to the “Ocean” model, which splits people into five main personality types: openness, conscientiousness, extroversion, agreeableness and neuroticism.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 21, 2026

“Without confusing emotional openness with an absence of responsibility or discipline,” he added.

From Salon ● Oct. 18, 2026

"But openness also benefits defenders: researchers can inspect the code, identify weaknesses and improve protection."

From Barron's ● Oct. 9, 2026

The prime minister said he would "always admire the characteristic courage and openness with which she spoke about her illness, making us all think about the difficult questions we face at the end of life".

From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026

I faced Nergal, my face the perfect mask of openness and honesty.

From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda


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