in the open

prepositional phrase3

1. •
   Outdoors.

   • I find I can breathe more easily when I'm out in the open.
2. •
   Easily visible; out of shelter or concealment.

   • I got a clear photo of them when they finally came out in the open.
3. •
   Known to various people.

   • Now that everyone knows, I'm glad it's finally out in the open.