Pronunciation: /ˈoʊpənɪŋ/
noun an act or instance of making or becoming open
A1 The opening of the new store was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
A2 I couldn't find the opening to the cave, so I had to ask for help.
B1 The opening of the new restaurant brought excitement to the neighborhood.
B2 The opening scene of the movie set the tone for the rest of the film.
C1 The grand opening of the art exhibit attracted art enthusiasts from all over the city.
C2 The opening credits of the film were beautifully animated and set to a captivating soundtrack.
verb the action of beginning or starting something
A1 I am opening the door.
A2 She is opening her birthday presents.
B1 The store is opening early tomorrow for a special sale.
B2 The company is opening a new branch in another city.
C1 The artist is opening a solo exhibition at the gallery next week.
C2 The politician is opening a dialogue with the opposition party to find common ground.
adjective allowing access, passage, or a view through an empty space
A1 The opening scene of the movie was very exciting.
A2 She wore a beautiful opening dress to the party.
B1 The opening act of the concert set the tone for the rest of the evening.
B2 The opening chapter of the book was so captivating that I couldn't put it down.
C1 The opening remarks of the keynote speaker were thought-provoking and insightful.
C2 The opening sequence of the film was a masterful display of cinematography and storytelling.
formal The grand opening of the new art gallery was attended by many prominent figures in the art world.
informal Are you going to the movie theater's opening tonight?
slang I heard the club's opening last night was lit!
figurative The opening of her heart to him was a turning point in their relationship.
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