open out

phrasal verb

opened out; opening out; opens out

British

: to become less shy and speak more freely

He began to open out about an hour into our date.

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This second folder from the company is a great shape and size, opening out to an immersive 8-inch display. —

David Phelan, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024 Telescopic sliding doors open out to the wraparound rooftop patio with dining and seating areas, in addition to epic sunset views. —

Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 Dec. 2024 The lower level, which opens out into the backyard, features an extra bedroom and an exercise room, along with a second fireplace, wine room and wet bar. —

Genevieve Redsten, Journal Sentinel, 26 Nov. 2024 Call the elevator to reach the emerald-green family room on the garden level, which includes a wet bar and sliding glass doors that open out to the spacious back patio. —

Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 6 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for open out