out in the open
Example Sentences
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In other words, everything here is happening out in the open.
From Slate • Mar. 31, 2026
"Orsoni was a major contemporary figure in Corsican nationalism both out in the open and and in the shadows."
From BBC • Jan. 17, 2026
“Totally out in the open — this is one of the most shocking things I have seen,” said Hilton, holding up blurry photos of girls and young women taken on Friday night.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 15, 2025
A neighbour helped guide them and relatives through the floodwaters to higher ground, but they were out in the open, still struggling to survive.
From Barron's • Dec. 3, 2025
Liam and I were still standing out in the open when the figures in black came pouring out of the trees opposite us.
From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken
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