lockdown

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The author, who is based in the United Kingdom, became interested in the subject during the isolation of the Covid-19 lockdown and created a podcast, “Relatively,” in which she engages sibling dyads in conversation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Several passengers who spoke to local media described the scenes at the airport while it was in lockdown.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

During the shooting, five of the district’s school close to the Islamic Center were placed on lockdown.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

What started as a 13-week Covid lockdown project for creator Mike White blossomed into one of the most mutually fruitful brand collaborations on TV.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

“Attention all compound residents. Commence emergency lockdown procedure, effective until five o’clock a.m. I repeat, commence emergency lockdown procedure, effective until five o’clock a.m.”

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth