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open sesame
Immediate means of entrance, or unobstructed access to something.
Tom mistakenly believed that his wealth would be an open sesame to the world of creative arts.
open the floodgates
To let loose an outburst of human activity or emotion.
It would open the floodgates of anger and discontent if the university raised tuition too soon.
openhanded
Generous; liberal.
Although not wealthy himself, Bob was always very openhanded with those who needed help.
optional origin
Stipulation in international commodities contract whereby the seller may ship from either his foreign or his domestic resources.
Be sure to enter that in the books as an optional origin order.
order about
order around
To dictate arrogantly to someone; domineer.
Dan orders his younger colleagues around in a most unpleasant way.
out at the elbows
Poorly or shabbily dressed.
Roy walks around out at the elbows, but it's not because he is penniless, but more in imitation of a certain style.
out back
In one's backyard.
On the Fourth of July they were out back making preparations for their holiday barbecue.
out in the cold
leave out in the cold
Alone; not included.
All the other children were chosen for parts in the play, but Johnny was left out in the cold.
Everybody made plans for Christmas Day and Mary found herself out in the cold.