lockdown

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During lockdown, Kildunne was part of Great Britain's sevens squad, training for an Olympic Games which was subsequently postponed until 2021.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Pakistani authorities implemented a citywide lockdown in Islamabad, deploying thousands of security personnel and closing streets due to security concerns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

The secondary school was briefly placed on lockdown before the pursuit continued.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

U.S. crude prices surged 51% in March for their largest monthly gain since May 2020, when the easing of Covid-19 lockdown measures and steep production cuts by the OPEC+ cartel sparked an 88% rally.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Between rumors about Martin having been murdered and the weather, the town went into lockdown much as the children’s home had.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs