Example Sentences

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And there’s already evidence that oil executives are locking in profits by selling their own stock—not a great sign for investors.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

But by putting $200,000 of your investable wealth into an annuity, you are locking up that cash.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 9, 2026

Gadget makers are locking essential features behind paywalls.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 7, 2025

The more consequential issues are locking in their media rights until 2036 and sending their Olympic sports back and forth across the country.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 25, 2023

A father and son, both red haired, are locking white shutters over their windows.

From "Ninth Ward" by Jewell Parker Rhodes