lock in
Example Sentences
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People also could sell underwater Opportunity Zone investments to lock in capital losses that offset deferred gains, but that has a downside.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026
Meanwhile, Texas has 20 different media markets, placing less pressure on outside groups to commit money early and lock in rates, one national GOP strategist told the Tribune.
From Salon ● Aug. 22, 2026
On top of that, he pointed out that Micron has been instituting long-term agreements, which lock in contracts with customers to sell capacity in advance and can limit volatility down the road.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 14, 2026
A lot of managers can give good team talks but if you look at some eye-to-eye, see the passion and real belief that 'it's going to happen' senior players follow and the rest lock in.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
Arms outstretched, they meet and lock in an embrace.
From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario
