have a lock on
Example Sentences
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But he doesn’t have a lock on the diversity vote.
From Washington Times • May 5, 2022
But celebrities don’t have a lock on this free form, open-mic talent show.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2020
The New England Patriots have a lock on the A.F.C.
From New York Times • Nov. 27, 2019
Even so, Smith does not have a lock on staying with the starters for the Oct. 18 season opener.
From Washington Post • Oct. 2, 2017
“I have a different lunch box now that doesn’t have a lock on it.”
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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