locked

Example Sentences

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“We’ve already locked ourselves into disruptions that will probably last for at least three to six months.”

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

The two nations have locked horns in the past three major tournaments and developed a respectful and competitive rivalry during Wiegman's reign.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

“Even the night before, we never believed we had this locked up,” said Carlos Cordeiro, then the newly-minted president of the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

According to the bankruptcy trustee, McClain attracted investors with partnership agreements promising annualized profits of around 30%—sometimes telling them he had futures contracts that locked in the higher prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

“They’re locked up safe and sound in our corn crib.”

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls