pop open
idiom
1
: to open suddenly and quickly
The suitcase/lid popped open.
2
: to open (something) suddenly and quickly
She popped the umbrella open.
He popped open a cold beer.
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Most notably, everyone from Ayrton Senna to Michael Schumacher has taken part in podium tradition in which the top three drivers pop open a magnum bottle and douse each other.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Feb. 2025
And even before the doors pop open, reservations begin filing up.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2025
Across America, folks lower their sun visor, pop open the mirror cover, and begin their work.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2025
Its new location at The Westin Charlotte will pop open the doors on Wednesday, Jan. 22.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2025
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Feb. 2025
And even before the doors pop open, reservations begin filing up.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 30 Jan. 2025
Across America, folks lower their sun visor, pop open the mirror cover, and begin their work.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 22 Jan. 2025
Its new location at The Westin Charlotte will pop open the doors on Wednesday, Jan. 22.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 15 Jan. 2025
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“Pop open.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pop%20open. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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