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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But there’s no avoiding it, his name will surface as vacancies pop open.
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Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024
In spring, when tree buds pop open and start putting out new shoots and leaf growth, there’s a tremendous need for plenty of water.
—Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, 1 Nov. 2024
As a bonus, the strap could create an extra layer of security so your luggage doesn’t pop open in the shuffle or get taken by a stranger by mistake.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2024
The force of the crash caused the seatbelt of Chaidez’s 4-year-old daughter to pop open, and the girl flew out of her booster seat.
—Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2024
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Sam Farmer, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2024
In spring, when tree buds pop open and start putting out new shoots and leaf growth, there’s a tremendous need for plenty of water.
—Paul Cappiello, The Courier-Journal, 1 Nov. 2024
As a bonus, the strap could create an extra layer of security so your luggage doesn’t pop open in the shuffle or get taken by a stranger by mistake.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2024
The force of the crash caused the seatbelt of Chaidez’s 4-year-old daughter to pop open, and the girl flew out of her booster seat.
—Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2024
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“Pop open.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pop%20open. Accessed 19 Dec. 2024.
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