throw open the shutters

Frequency: 5.12.6 per million words

To open shutters wide with a sudden, forceful movement.

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Examples (10)

  • He threw open the shutters to let in the morning sun.
  • With a dramatic flourish, she threw open the heavy wooden shutters.
  • The old man threw open the shutters to air out the dusty room.
  • As soon as the storm passed, they threw open the shutters to assess the damage.
  • The innkeeper threw open the shutters to greet the arriving guests.
  • She threw open the shutters with a sense of urgency, seeking light.
  • The children excitedly threw open the shutters, eager to see the snow.
  • He threw open the shutters to reveal a stunning panoramic view.
  • Once the lockdown was lifted, the shopkeeper threw open the shutters with relief.
  • The sound of the wind made her instinctively throw open the shutters.