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to leave the door open for something
to leave the door open for something
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to make sure that there is still a possibility or chance for something to be done or achieved at a later time
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Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "leave the door open for something" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "leave the door open for something" is uncertain, but it likely originated from the literal meaning of the phrase. Leaving a door open allows for the possibility of something or someone to enter or exit, and the idiom uses this literal meaning to suggest the idea of keeping a possibility open for something in a figurative sense. It is used to describe intentionally keeping a possibility or opportunity available for something in the future.
Examples
The manager left the door open for future negotiations.
