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access to sth

idiom
Meaning

the right or ability to use, see, or enter something.


Examples
SIMPLE

Do you have access to the internet here?

CONTEXTUAL

Students need a library card to gain access to the research databases for their final projects.

COMPLEX

The new security protocols strictly limit access to the archives, ensuring that only authorized researchers can examine the sensitive historical documents.

Last updated April 22, 2026