open a dialogue
Meaning(s)
1. begin a conversation or two-way communication, mediate between (two) parties
Popularity
High
Professional
High
Social
How to Memorize
open a political/professional/personal dialogue between
Analysis
A dialogue is a conversation involving two people. When you 'open a dialogue' with someone you initiate a two-way conversation in order to exchange views or ideas. Then you open a dialogue it also suggests that you are open to input or happy to be challenged on your position. This is a formal expression used more in professional contexts.
Social Examples (Advance)
- President Trump met Kim Jong-Un and opened a dialogue between North Korea and the United States.
- Religiously-motivated violence around the world has led to the opening of dialogue between representatives of different faiths.
Professional Examples (Basic)
- I have noticed you were unhappy with our service, and we would like to open a dialogue with you in order to resolve the issue and hear your suggestions.
- The meeting was arranged by the HR Manager, in order to open a dialogue between the two workers. They had been arguing for the past few weeks.