Open-ended
(adjective)
- Not having a fixed limit or end.
- Not having a specific outcome.
Origin:
the phrase open-ended means that something is not limited to a specific time frame or ending. in this sense, it is a compound word, made up of the words open and ended.
Examples:
- The discussion was open-ended, allowing for a wide range of perspectives.
- The project was open-ended, with no set end date.
- The question was open-ended, allowing for a variety of answers.
- The contract was open-ended, allowing for renegotiation at any time.
- The agreement was open-ended, allowing for future expansion.