lockdown

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Texas has succeeded this tournament with a lockdown defensive effort, but its shooting has gotten better throughout, led by Rori Harmon and Booker.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

"Obviously, the world came out of lockdowns, but for me it feels like I'm still in a lockdown," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Despite the backlash, Grimes—who told Rogan he moved his Airstream to Montana during the COVID-19 lockdown and “never left”—said he and his wife, Brazilian model Bianca Rodrigues Grimes, love living there.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

Others feel too daunted to leave their apartments even after the end of the lockdown.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

“Okay. Call us if you want. The school secretary said the lockdown is a precaution. Don’t be scared.”

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed