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1. phraseshub.com › open_seasonOpen season | English Idioms and Phrases

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   My niece is starting her own business, and it's open season on her product ideas. In this case, open season refers to the fact that my niece's new business is still in its early stages, and she's open to hearing and implementing any new ideas or suggestions that might help her succeed.

2. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › open-seasonopen season noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and ...

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   open season for/on somebody/something a time when criticizing a particular group of people becomes very popular, as if it is no longer important to be polite or fair. It seems to be open season on teachers now. Definition of open season noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary.

3. idioms.thefreedictionary.com › open+seasonOpen season - Idioms by The Free Dictionary

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   By extension, a situation or period of time in which someone or something is open to constant, unyielding criticism, scorn, or mistreatment. It's going to be open season if news of this scandal reaches the public.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › open-seasonOPEN SEASON | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   OPEN SEASON definition: 1. the period in the year when it is legal to hunt particular animals 2. a situation that allows or…. Learn more.

5. www.phrases.org.uk › meanings › open-seasonOpen Season - Meaning & Origin Of The Phrase - Phrasefinder

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   What's the origin of the phrase 'Open season'? This derives from the period of the year when the prohibition on the blood sports of hunting and fishing is lifted. Of course, the prohibited part of the year is the closed season (originally called the close season).

6. englishteststore.net › lesson › english-idiomsOpen Season Idiom – Meaning and Example Usage in Sentences

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   Aug 19, 2024 · In its literal sense, ‘Open Season’ refers to a specific time when hunting or fishing is allowed without restrictions. However, when used idiomatically, it takes on a whole new meaning, far removed from its hunting origins. The Figurative Meaning: Unrestrained and Uncontrolled.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › open-seasonOPEN SEASON definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   1. a specific season or time of year when it is legal to catch or hunt for fish or game protected at all other times by the law. 2. a period of time in which a person or thing is exposed to criticism, attack, or recrimination. Election year is open season on all incumbents.

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   What does 'open season' mean?

   • According to the Collins English Dictionary, when you say 'it's open season on someone or something', you mean a lot of people are currently criticizing or attacking them. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers 1. Collins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers 1.

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   What is the origin of the phrase 'Open Season'?

   • What's the origin of the phrase 'Open season'? This derives from the period of the year when the prohibition on the blood sports of hunting and fishing is lifted. Of course, the prohibited part of the year is the closed season (originally called the close season ).

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   When was hunting season called Open Season?

   • The hunting season was called open season from the early 19th century, as in this example from The Edinburgh Advertiser, March 1820: … “salmon may be got during the open season.” The figurative use of the phrase is quite a bit later. That was recorded in The New York Globe & Commercial Advertiser, July 1910:

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   Is it open season against bankers?

   • It's been open season against bankers since the recession started. The press has long declared open season on the royals.

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   What does “salmon may be got during the Open Season” mean?

   • … “salmon may be got during the open season.” The figurative use of the phrase is quite a bit later. That was recorded in The New York Globe & Commercial Advertiser, July 1910: “This surely is the open season for pitchers in the National League.

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   Is there open season on Royals?

   • The press has long declared an 'open season on the royals' (as an idiom). Note: In hunting, the open season is the period of the year when it is legal to hunt particular types of animals or birds.

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