lock

Example Sentences

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That, Smith said, is leading to a scramble to secure inventories and lock in prices with suppliers.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

The Pentagon on Friday noted that partnering with so many companies on AI would help it avoid "vendor lock" or being too reliant on a single company for its technology.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

So I could really lock in and work whenever inspiration strikes.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Fraudsters often use such access to lock borrowers out of their own loan portals or make changes without the borrower’s knowledge.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

It was a small rectangular box with a sturdy lock in front.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan