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lock in

[lok-in] / ˈlɒkˌɪn /
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What was the thing that really helped you lock in to who he was?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

When the news sent crude-oil prices rocketing, he logged on to Hyperliquid and closed his position to lock in a massive 243% gain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Arrington recalled a decision he made early this year to not hedge his fuel costs — or lock in a potentially cheaper price for the fuel his farm needs.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026

But it may also have given investors a good excuse to lock in some profit following the spell of heady gains for AST and Rocket Lab.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

“When you teach me, will I be able to pick any lock in the world?”

From "The Reader" by Traci Chee




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