locked

Example Sentences

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In Essex, another school has just invested in magnetically locked pouches, to replace its previous out-of-sight policy.

From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026

Micron has also locked up long-term supply deals with 15 new customers, compared with only one such deal reported in the last quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 26, 2026

Ohtani locked down the starting DH spot for the National League squad, with 3,341,257 votes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

“The Tell” is not a fabrication; those who have read it agree that something very traumatic happened to Griffin, and that her brain locked it away as a protective measure.

From Salon • Jun. 25, 2026

Regan locked eyes with her mom for another second and then slipped the rest of the way out of the window.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin