keys

Example Sentences

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For the last few years, Zegna has held the keys to the palaces of two of the biggest names in fashion: Tom Ford and Thom Browne.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

But when they arrived on moving day, there were no keys – and they found nine other people also trying to move into the same flat.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

The technique tags the drugs with skeleton keys that open the barrier to everyday nutrients, like iron.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Saving and planning are keys to a successful retirement, but amassing more savings is getting more difficult as Americans are struggling with rising costs of everyday basics like groceries, gas, healthcare and housing.

From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026

They trusted my father with the keys to their homes, and he took care of everything during winter months when the homes were uninhabited.

From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson