swing open

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To open with a smooth, curving motion.

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Examples (20)

  • The heavy oak doors began to swing open slowly.
  • The heavy wooden door swung open with a creak.
  • With a gentle push, the gate swung open, revealing the secret garden.
  • As the wind picked up, the gate swung open and slammed against the fence.
  • The automatic entrance will swing open as you approach.
  • She pushed the cupboard door, and it swung open to reveal shelves full of spices.
  • Suddenly, the closet door swung open, and a cat darted out.
  • The swing open of the saloon doors was a classic Western movie trope.
  • Watch as the grand gates swing open for the procession.
  • He entered the room as the door swung open to welcome him.
  • If you leave the window unlatched, it might swing open in the wind.
  • The automatic doors swung open silently as the shoppers approached.
  • The stage curtains swung open to a cheering audience.
  • With a gust of wind, the balcony door swung open unexpectedly.
  • Expect the double doors to swing open at precisely 7 PM.
  • The children loved how the closet door swung open to reveal a secret play area.
  • He waited for the vault door to swing open before entering.
  • The stage curtains swung open to reveal the performers.
  • The glass panel gently swung open, allowing fresh air into the room.
  • The old barn door swung open, letting in a shaft of dusty sunlight.