open invitation
An "open invitation" conveys flexibility and informality, allowing acceptance at any time.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)An offer to visit or participate at any time without a specific date or occasion.
Example
- You have an open invitation to drop by our house whenever you're in town.
- Her parties come with an open invitation; you can join whenever you want.
C1Idiomatic
(informal)A situation that tempts someone to engage in potentially unfavorable or illegal actions.
Example
- Leaving your car unlocked is an open invitation for theft.
- His careless behavior was seen as an open invitation for trouble.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "open invitation":
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