put a lock on
Example Sentences
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Two days after he put a lock on the gate, Costas was out for his daily run when he saw that it was gone.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 3, 2026
Private providers often then withdraw, and put a lock on their loo door.
From BBC ● Jan. 25, 2025
Local supporters put a lock on the gate so neighbours believe the house is unoccupied, said other inmates.
From Reuters ● Nov. 9, 2023
Let her put a lock on the door.
From Slate ● Aug. 2, 2019
“If you don’t use the phone properly, I’m going to put a lock on it.”
From "The Pigman" by Paul Zindel
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