lockdown

During the lockdown, dreams contained stronger emotions and more references to restrictions, barriers, confinement, and other limitations.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 27, 2026

But when that risk spikes, the spread quickly widens — as it did in 2020 at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown and again in 2022-23.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 24, 2026

Henry immediately agrees with this when I ask him about his memories of lockdown, which hit as he was moving from primary to secondary school.

From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026

During the pandemic, California Pizza Kitchen, like many restaurants, struggled while people stayed home during the lockdown.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026

"I had a few minutes, so I ran through the aerobrake lockdown checklist for the reactor room. Everything's ready for acceleration and the compartment's sealed off."

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir

April’s reading was the lowest since May 2020, a time of pandemic lockdowns that put a brake on the economy.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 27, 2026

CBS News, historically cautious about any endeavors that could tarnish its legacy as a journalism organization, was the last of the traditional networks to get into e-commerce in 2022 after COVID-19 lockdowns depressed ad revenues.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2026

And while the pandemic was seen as a boon for many in the video game industry, Steranka says the initial strict lockdowns "impacted Pokémon Go probably more than any other game out there".

From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026

Since the economy reopened after pandemic lockdowns, costs for touring — the primary income source for many artists — have risen, making performing more difficult for smaller acts.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 2, 2026

“The other lockdowns lasted a few hours. This one’s gone on for three months.”

From "The House of the Scorpion" by Nancy Farmer