padlocked

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But residents can no longer view the bright autumn colours of the tree of life, a symbol often painted by Behzad, as the wooden door has been padlocked shut.

From Barron's • Feb. 4, 2026

In March, the clinic doors had been padlocked for two weeks when she developed vomiting and diarrhea.

From Salon • Dec. 16, 2025

Every cell door is padlocked and secured with three bolts.

From BBC • Dec. 20, 2024

An employee padlocked a metal gate between the shop’s glass front door and its sales floor when approached by a reporter in September.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 7, 2023

Brave Orchid’s husband had padlocked one large bottom cabinet and one drawer.

From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston