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Example Sentences

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Those teams’ scores can show up in my lock screen as Live Activities, or they can not.

From Slate • Jun. 10, 2026

Mangroves are among the world's most effective natural carbon stores, but new research suggests their ability to lock away carbon could weaken as sea levels continue to rise.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

What was the thing that really helped you lock in to who he was?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

He said that more expected long-term agreements at currently elevated memory prices could help the company lock in predictable revenue.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

After we lock up the shop, Mom and I head to the hospital.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy