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o·pen·ing  audio  (p-nng) KEY 

NOUN:
  1. The act or an instance of becoming open or being made to open.
  2. An open space serving as a passage or gap.
  3. A breach or aperture.
  4. A clearing in the woods.
  5. The first part or stage, as of a book.
  6. The first performance: the opening of a play.
  7. A formal commencement of operation: attended the opening of the new museum.
  8. Games A specific pattern or series of beginning moves in certain games, especially chess.
  9. An opportunity affording a chance of success. See Synonyms at opportunity.
  10. An unfilled job or position; a vacancy.



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