open for (someone)

idiom

: to perform before (the main performer at a concert, show, etc.)

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This shift in tone could leave the door open for the world’s two largest economies to deescalate the trade war that has left global markets in turmoil. Rachel Wolf, FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025 From there, the Uruguayan drew the focus of multiple defenders, leaving the left side of the box open for Alba. Jeff Rueter, New York Times, 1 May 2025 Lee Kirk is both writer and director for the film, which follows three best friends on their journey to Los Angeles to open for Green Day on New Year’s Eve. Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 1 May 2025 Head to the SoHo location right at 10 a.m. when the doors open for the best selection. Bea McMonagle, Forbes.com, 30 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for open for (someone)

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“Open for (someone).” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20for%20%28someone%29. Accessed 7 May. 2025.

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