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English word

open

A1Frequent NGSL-1
UK /ˈəʊpən/US /ˈəʊpən/
adjective

allowing things or people to go through; not closed or blocked

verb

to move a door, window, lid, etc. into a position that is no longer closed; to get into this position

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J.K. Rowling Harvard Commencement Speech | Harvard University Commencement 2008 video example

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Dozens of restaurants and stores stayed open late and posted Harry Potter-themed specials.

J.K. Rowling Harvard Commencement Speech

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