Breaking open something is a process that can be done in several ways. The crossword solutions for the term 'break open' include 'FORCE' (5 letters), 'TAP' (3 letters), 'BURST' (5 letters), 'UNSEAL' (6 letters), 'RUPTURE' (7 letters), and 'FRACTURE' (8 letters). FORCE is the act of using physical strength to open something, while tapping is the act of lightly hitting something to open it. Bursting is the act of breaking something open with a sudden release of energy, while unsealing is the act of removing a seal from something. Rupturing is the act of tearing something open, and fracturing is the act of breaking something into pieces.