OPEN DOOR Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

open door

noun

Definition of open door

as in welcome mat

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Noun

The welcome mat is open for contributions from countries that are on the receiving end of space objects, Sorge advised.

— Leonard David, Space.com, 22 July 2026
Even though the camera is pointed out towards the street, the angle of the photo is such that the viewer can peer into her front room and see her welcome mat and floorboards.

— T.M. Brown, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

Definition of welcome mat

Noun

With the Planning Commission’s approval of the design review, the project can move forward through the city’s remaining permitting process before construction begins.

— Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 26 July 2026
The project will go to the Oceanside Planning Commission for approval later this year, City Planner Oscar Romero said in an email Tuesday.

— Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 July 2026

Definition of approval

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Morris won’t be checking in for permission slips or tips on what to do.

— Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 25 July 2026
The Rangers have made no such permissions for Palmeiro, despite a resume that is the color of 1,000 rainbows, including pitch black.

— Mac Engel July 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026

Definition of permission

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Electra has submitted the EL9 Ultra Short to the Federal Aviation Administration for Part 23 type certification and estimates a first flight in late 2027 or early 2028.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026
The Ultra 2 offers a superior 10ATM rating, meaning it can be submerged to depths of 328 feet (100 meters), an IP69K resistance rating ensuring protection from high-pressure water jets, and the same military endurance certification as the Watch 9.

— Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 24 July 2026

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