as in to connect
to fit (two or more things) together securely
She interlocked her fingers with his.
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Recent Examples of interlock
Among the other biggest threats are the interlocking factors of interest rates, inflation and Federal Reserve policy.
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Jeff Cox, CNBC, 27 Dec. 2024
But a third of the survey’s dugouts have turned out to be hardwoods, including oak, hickory and elm; the latter is known for its tough, interlocking grain—and its modern reputation for requiring the use of power tools.
—Jacqueline Kehoe, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Dec. 2024
Moscow would then establish interlocking air defense systems along the NATO frontier, from the Black Sea to the Arctic.
—Elaine McCusker, Foreign Affairs, 13 Dec. 2024
The brand’s interlocking Marqe rings can be opened and closed, allowing for the addition of a separate solitaire band, called The Promise.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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Jeff Cox, CNBC, 27 Dec. 2024
But a third of the survey’s dugouts have turned out to be hardwoods, including oak, hickory and elm; the latter is known for its tough, interlocking grain—and its modern reputation for requiring the use of power tools.
—Jacqueline Kehoe, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Dec. 2024
Moscow would then establish interlocking air defense systems along the NATO frontier, from the Black Sea to the Arctic.
—Elaine McCusker, Foreign Affairs, 13 Dec. 2024
The brand’s interlocking Marqe rings can be opened and closed, allowing for the addition of a separate solitaire band, called The Promise.
—Hannah Malach, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interlock
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The joy con covers appear to be able to connect to the controllers magnetically when removed from the Switch 2′s main tablet when propping the console up on its stand or docking it to play via a home TV.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
16 Jan. 2025
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The museum also will have a new visual identity with a modern fractal tree logo as a symbol of growth, exploration and being connected with a science education foundation.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Jan. 2025
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Kevin Wurm | Reuters Solana’s SOL token rocketed after a meme coin linked to President-elect Donald Trump launched on the popular blockchain network.—
Tanaya Macheel,
CNBC,
18 Jan. 2025
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However, there are concerns about biodiversity loss linked to forestry.—
Maddy Savage,
TIME,
18 Jan. 2025
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The World’s First Podcast, from the sisters behind the Netflix series Nobody Wants This, has joined the slate at media company Dear Media.—
Caitlin Huston,
The Hollywood Reporter,
27 Jan. 2025
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McKenzie was the Oakland Raiders’ GM from 2012 to 2018 before joining the Dolphins at the start of the rebuild with Grier at GM and when Brian Flores was hired as coach.—
David Furones,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Jan. 2025
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Amad was hooked at half-time with Rangers 3-0 down.—
Jordan Campbell,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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Song hooked an external battery to her router and modem and was able to communicate with neighbors who couldn’t check the warnings and orders due to spotty cell service and power outages.—
Terry Castleman,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Jan. 2025
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The feature also combined headlines from The New York Times into a November notification that falsely said that Israeli Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu had been arrested, according to a ProPublica reporter’s post on social media.—
Kif Leswing,
CNBC,
17 Jan. 2025
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The watch is a masterful interpretation of the snake's characteristics, combining artistic craftsmanship with technical precision.—
Bhanu Chopra,
Forbes,
17 Jan. 2025
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The end to the DEI programs dovetails with other major changes at the company that critics say cater to the right since President-elect Donald Trump won November’s election.—
Hadas Gold,
CNN,
10 Jan. 2025
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The directness of Conceicao’s communication, far more articulate and fluent in Italian than his predecessor, dovetailed with the directness of his football.—
James Horncastle,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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During 2025, cities around the world will continue to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into their core functions, from traffic management and crime reduction initiatives to social inequity plans.—
Nick Herbert,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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More than half have started integrating money management into their self-care routines, with 36% reporting a tangible reduction in financial anxiety as a result.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
24 Jan. 2025
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The group is closely intermeshed with the Taliban and its leader, Sirajuddin Haqqani, was appointed as a deputy in the Taliban back in 2015.—
Zachary Halaschak,
Washington Examiner,
15 May 2020
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China and Japan are also both set to take financial hits from the virus, which has disrupted their intermeshed manufacturing and battered tourism.—
Isabel Reynolds,
Bloomberg.com,
5 May 2020
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“Interlock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interlock. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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