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as in certainty
one that is certain to succeed
the governor is regarded as a lock for his party's presidential nomination
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Recent Examples of lock
Daisy Maldonado, Allure, 6 Feb. 2025
The Auto Zoom and Tracking feature did a fine job of locking onto moving objects and following them throughout the camera’s field of view.
—PCMAG, 6 Feb. 2025
Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, the ceramides in this product lock in moisture, strengthen your skin’s barrier and protect it from environmental stressors like pollution.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 4 Feb. 2025
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Verb
It’s designed to lock makeup in place and keep your makeup matte for hours, even in humid or hot conditions.
—Daisy Maldonado, Allure, 6 Feb. 2025
The Auto Zoom and Tracking feature did a fine job of locking onto moving objects and following them throughout the camera’s field of view.
—PCMAG, 6 Feb. 2025
Noun
Other measures implemented include electric locks on doors leading to halls and offices behind the commissioners court and an extra wall and door to stop unauthorized entry to commissioners’ offices.
—Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, the ceramides in this product lock in moisture, strengthen your skin’s barrier and protect it from environmental stressors like pollution.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 4 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lock
Verb
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So far, there’s been reassurance because the virus is unable to latch onto the cells in the human upper respiratory tract.—
Lisa M. Krieger,
The Mercury News,
31 Jan. 2025
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Unlike opioids, which work by latching onto receptor proteins on nerves in the central nervous system, suzetrigine works only in peripheral nerves—that is, those outside the brain and spinal cord.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
31 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Brad and Kim showed up to help wrap presents and greet parents as the parents shopped.—
The Tennessean,
The Tennessean,
7 Feb. 2025
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Style it with a slouchy wool coat that wraps around your waist and a pair of chunky loafers for contrast.—
Kerane Marcellus,
Essence,
6 Feb. 2025
Noun
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In an interview with ABC4 in 2020, Martin discussed raising Patrick and her certainty that he was destined for success.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
9 Feb. 2025
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Still others shout their certainty that God is only close to certain political parties, countries, religions, or genders.—
Lynne Silva-Breen,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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On Friday, a court temporarily stopped the Trump administration from shutting the agency down completely.—
Luke Garrett,
NPR,
9 Feb. 2025
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The American goaltender made 26 saves, shutting the door on routine attempts and dangerous chances alike.—
Nick Ashbourne,
The Athletic,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Pressure-tested by his audacious assault on the civil services, those institutions instantly folded.—
Franklin Foer,
The Atlantic,
11 Feb. 2025
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The OnePlus Open is a sleek, lightweight, foldable phone with a hinge that's designed with fewer parts and premium materials, feels sturdy, and folds flat, enhancing usability.—
Shubham Yewale,
PCMAG,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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For The Times) Brandon McCoy Jr. netted 20 points, including four of his team’s six slam dunks, and Chris Komin added 15 points to earn MVP for the No. 3 Braves (23-4, 7-2) who stayed atop the Trinity League with one game to go.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Feb. 2025
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And the transition Thompson is trying to achieve isn’t a slam dunk.—
David Bloom,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
Verb
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In the resulting maelstrom, Sen. Strom Thurmond of South Carolina and other southern delegates bolted the convention.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2025
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But since Gleyber Torres bolted for the Detroit Tigers, there's still one more significant hole to fill in manager Aaron Boone's infield.—
John Yoo and John Shu,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Think tall plants with large, dramatic leaves and twining vines that can climb up a shelf or spill out of a container.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Jan. 2025
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Plants grow as a twining vine that benefits from an arbor or trellis for support.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
22 Dec. 2024
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“Lock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lock. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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