Why do we say “open” and “closed”? Why is one in present tense and the other in past tense? 1.48K viewsMarch 31, 2024Other Question100.55K March 31, 2024 0 Comments Edit: to clarify, I mean when shops have a sign that says “open” versus “closed”. Why is it not “opened/closed” or “open/close”? In: Other 31 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted March 31, 2024 0 Comments My rational for closed being past tense is that “close” as an adjective has a different meaning, like “close call” Why not say opened instead of open then? I have no idea You are viewing 1 out of 31 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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