locked
Example Sentences
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Before entering 10C, everyone’s phones are locked away in a phone pouch that can be opened only by courthouse staff.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
The embryos do not remain locked into this right-handed arrangement throughout development.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 1, 2026
Those powers would block foreign prisoners from ever returning to the country while "keeping those in prison for the most serious crimes locked up for a substantial period before they are removed".
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2026
So, funds rolled into a plan with such a provision are not as locked up as one might think.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 29, 2026
He locked arms with his cameraman, who in turn linked up with the sound guy.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
