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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Noun
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This Lululmeon Everywhere Belt Bag has a generous 2-liter capacity to store all the essentials (think phone, keys, wallet, lip balm)—and then some.—
Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Jan. 2026
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They’re equipped with a wide, smoothing waistband, a back drop-in pocket for stashing your cards or keys, and seamless legs for a streamlined look.—
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Enter now to win a 4-ticket-prize-pack to the event.—
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Friday’s Fantasy 5 evening drawing came up 7, 9, 15, 26 and 29, numbers chosen by the computer for a Quick Pick ticket bought at the Publix at 3636 Harden Blvd.—
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Moab This city in eastern Utah is a gateway to the red rock wonders of the state—many of which are found within neighboring Arches and Canyonlands national parks.—
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The school site sits along Interstate 4 and serves as a gateway to the town.—
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“Open sesame.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/open%20sesame. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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