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to open up
[phrase form: open]
01
开放, 打开
to make something available, possible, or reachable, often by creating new opportunities or access points
Transitive: to open up an opportunity or access
Example
Investments in technology are opening up options for remote work and flexible schedules.
The construction of a new bridge will open up the remote village to tourists.
02
打开, 揭开
to unlock or unfold something that was previously closed or shut
Transitive: to open up an entry point
Example
As she approached the house, she reached into her bag to open up the front door.
Please use the key to open up the storage room and retrieve the equipment.
03
敞开心扉, 倾诉
to share or express one's personal thoughts, emotions, or experiences with someone else
Intransitive: to open up | to open up about sth
Example
After weeks of silence, she finally decided to open up about her struggles with anxiety.
He hesitated at first, but eventually, he began to open up about the challenges he was facing at work.
04
开放, 启用
(of possibilities or opportunities) to become available or reachable
Intransitive
Example
As the market expanded, new markets and customer bases started to open up for the company.
With advancements in technology, new avenues are opening up for entrepreneurs.
05
打开, 裂开
to make a hole, crack, path, etc. visible or wider
Transitive: to open up a hole or path
Example
A controlled explosion was used to open up a path through the rock for the new highway.
The carpenter opened up a section of the floor to access the plumbing beneath.
06
张开, 裂开
(of a hole, crack, wound, path, etc.) to become wider or visible
Intransitive
Example
The wound on his knee opened up, causing fresh bleeding.
As the ice melted, a fissure opened up in the frozen lake.
07
开启, 开门
to prepare for business by unlocking doors and getting ready for the day ahead
Transitive: to open up a place of business
Example
The librarian opens up the library promptly at 9 AM for daily visitors.
The bookstore clerk enjoys the quiet moments before customers arrive after opening up the store.
08
开火, 射击
to start firing or shooting weapons
Intransitive
Example
As the enemy aircraft approached, the anti-aircraft guns opened up with a barrage of fire.
When the first shots were fired, the soldiers in the trench quickly opened up on the enemy.
09
开设, 创办
to launch or establish a new business or branch
Transitive: to open up a new business or branch
Example
We 're excited to open up our new bakery next month in the city center.
She dreams of opening up a cozy bookstore with a focus on independent authors.
10
创造优势, 拉开差距
to create an advantage for one's side, often by gaining a lead in a game or competition
Transitive: to open up an advantage
Example
During the debate, Maria opened up a substantial lead in the polls with her persuasive arguments.
In the race, Alex opened up a comfortable gap between himself and the other competitors.
11
展开, 出现
(of a situation or issue) to occur or emerge
Intransitive
Example
A heated conversation opened up within the community following the controversial remarks made by the speaker.
Inquiries opened up into possible misconduct within the organization.
12
打开（一个话题）, 开启（一个对话）
to cause a situation or issue to occur
Transitive: to open up a situation
Example
His innovative proposal aimed at opening up a dialogue on sustainable urban development.
The artist 's exhibition hopes to open up conversations about social justice through visual expression.
