adjective
A term used to describe something that is easily decided or settled; straightforward or simple
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The evidence presented in court made it an open-and-shut case for the prosecution.
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It was such an open-and-shut situation that we knew the outcome before it even started.
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The referee made an open-and-shut call on that play - no room for debate.
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Her decision to resign was an open-and-shut sign that she was ready for a change.