as in key
something that allows someone to achieve a desired goal
it turned out that a simple "please" was the open sesame for charming the hotel manager into giving us a room with a better view
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The Bradenton Area, which includes Anna Maria Island and Longboat key, claims 16 miles of uninterrupted sugar-white coastline.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
26 July 2025 -
Plus, additional inner pockets further aid in organization (no more digging around for your keys or AirPods).—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 July 2025
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While the process won't fully roll out until next year, travelers will be able to start booking tickets and reserving seats for after the January launch starting July 29.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
24 July 2025
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Roan partnered with CashApp to offer 15% cash back on tickets purchased using the app’s Visa debit card.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
24 July 2025
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Understanding your trauma response can be a gateway to real change.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Elston should be the gateway to Lincoln Yards, but when a popular band is performing at the Salt Shed between Division Street and North Avenue, Elston seizes up.—
F.K. Plous,
Chicago Tribune,
11 July 2025
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“Open sesame.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open%20sesame. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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