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wide-open

[wahyd-oh-puhn] / ˈwaɪdˈoʊ pən /
ADJECTIVE
lacking strict enforcement of laws
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ADJECTIVE
opened to the full extent
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There is some hope for people who remember those old internet communities, as well as the nostalgic youngsters who never knew a more wide-open internet.

From Salon Aug. 23, 2026

But Simpson got into rhythm on the next series as offensive coordinator Nate Scheelhaase stuck with calls for play-action and rollouts that resulted in mostly wide-open targets.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 15, 2026

That resilience has been demonstrated by all four semi-finalists, who have seized their chance in a wide-open draw in Paris.

From BBC Jun. 4, 2026

Barring injury or a calamitous upset, Sinner and his suspense-draining form now have a wide-open runway to his fifth major title, which would put him ahead of Djokovic or Roger Federer at the same age.

From The Wall Street Journal May 13, 2026

Most of her time was spent outdoors, with animals, under the wide-open sky.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown

But it also found that the general election on Nov. 3 is wide open, with most voters undecided.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 7, 2026

After years of Manchester City dominance followed by Liverpool and Arsenal winning titles by at least seven points, the Premier League is due a wide open, unpredictable, multi-club title race.

From BBC Jul. 30, 2026

You could see it from space, how wide open the door is for Donald, 35, to return for an 11th NFL season 13 years after he broke in as the defensive rookie of the year.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 26, 2026

I didn't have great references from Colombia, because I was not very wise back then, but Mexico welcomed me with arms wide open, knowing one has good and bad moments in life.

From BBC Jul. 3, 2026

He was having a great game until he got the ball just beyond the free-throw line, wide open.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty




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