Example Sentences

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Claiming early to dodge a cut locks in a guaranteed reduction.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

That’s good advice as the industry locks in its next funders.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

He would fix locks and windows, check ventilation and change water filters.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

The Unite union said some staff at the site were told the leave via a particular route, only to find the gate they had been directed to was locked with combination locks.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

The door whips open, Marion pulls me inside and locks the latch behind us.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin