When you open a fridge or a freezer and then close it again, why does it become harder to open again right after?

Question

When you open a fridge or a freezer and then close it again, why does it become harder to open again right after?

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Answer 1

There is often a hole at the back of the fridge through the fridge wall that should equalize the pressure inside the fridge. Sometimes this hole becomes clogged and then the fridge becomes more difficult to open. by clearing this hole it will be much easier to open.