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Example Sentences

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Bass said those facilities are a vast improvement over the street, providing bathrooms, heating, air conditioning, hot showers, three meals a day and doors that lock.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Despite Bondi’s best efforts to appease Trump, she ultimately failed to lock in her status within his Cabinet.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

Some parents are hesitant to lock money into college-savings accounts, preferring financial flexibility in an uncertain world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

There’s still more than two years remaining before the Olympics return to L.A., but fans can lock in their seats this week when tickets officially go on sale.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Grandpa looked at his watch and said, “I think you and Rowdy had better hightail it for home. I’m going to lock up the store and make a trip up the road.”

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls