open the way for (something)

open the way for (something)

To provide or allow for an opportunity for something to happen. Many are worried that the controversial legislation will open the way for other laws that curb free speech and open dissent.
See also: open, way
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

open the way for somebody/something (to do something)

make it possible for somebody to do something or for something to happen: A group of diplomats went first, in order to open the way for a personal visit by the President.
See also: open, somebody, something, way
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • open the way for somebody/something
  • open the way to (something)
  • open the floodgates
  • worry an animal out of
  • in the here and now
  • the here and now
  • go to press with
  • go to press with (something)
  • (one) will have (someone or something) for breakfast
  • be tearing (one's) hair out