100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "latchkey"

Definition

Latchkey (noun) refers to:

1. A key used to open a latch or lock, particularly a door.
2. A child who returns from school to an empty home because their parents are at work; often used in the context of "latchkey kids."

Synonyms

• Key
• Door key
• Home key
• Child left alone
• Self-care child

Antonyms

• Guardian
• Caregiver
• Supervised child
• Accompanied child

Examples

1. The child used his latchkey to enter the house after school.
2. Many latchkey kids learn to take care of themselves at a young age.
3. She always kept her latchkey in her backpack for easy access.
4. The latchkey was old and rusty but still worked perfectly.
5. He felt lonely being a latchkey child while his parents were at work.
6. She forgot her latchkey and had to wait for her brother to come home.
7. The latchkey was attached to a bright orange keychain.
8. As a latchkey kid, he learned to make simple meals for himself.
9. Don't lose your latchkey; it's the only way to get into the house.
10. They decided to install a new latchkey for better security.
11. The latchkey made a satisfying click as he turned it in the lock.
12. Being a latchkey kid can help build independence.
13. She always double-checked her pockets for her latchkey before leaving.
14. He used his latchkey to unlock the door and step inside.
15. Many latchkey children develop strong problem-solving skills.
16. The latchkey for the back door was missing, causing a panic.
17. She was proud of being a responsible latchkey kid.
18. The latchkey jingled as he walked down the street.
19. They installed a smart latchkey that could be controlled via an app.
20. He was often teased for being a latchkey child, but he didn't mind.
21. The latchkey was the last thing he thought of before leaving.
22. She learned to manage her time well as a latchkey kid.
23. The latchkey was easy to find in the drawer.
24. He had a special place for his latchkey so he wouldn't lose it.
25. She became very self-sufficient as a latchkey child.
26. The latchkey was painted with bright colors to make it easy to spot.
27. He opened the door with his latchkey and stepped into the warm house.
28. Being a latchkey kid taught her to be responsible.
29. The latchkey felt cold in his hand on that chilly day.
30. She was proud of her independence as a latchkey child.
31. He learned to cook simple meals with his latchkey in hand.
32. The latchkey turned smoothly in the lock.
33. She always had a backup latchkey hidden outside.
34. The latchkey was a reminder of her childhood independence.
35. He was anxious about losing his latchkey on the way home.
36. The latchkey system allowed for easy access to the house.
37. Being a latchkey child helped him become more mature.
38. The latchkey was essential for getting into his house after school.
39. She reminisced about her days as a latchkey kid.
40. He enjoyed the freedom that came with being a latchkey child.
41. The latchkey was small and easily misplaced.
42. She kept her latchkey on a string around her neck.
43. The latchkey was a symbol of her independence.
44. He felt proud to have his own latchkey.
45. The latchkey turned with a satisfying click.
46. She often forgot where she put her latchkey.
47. The latchkey was the first thing he reached for when he got home.
48. He felt a sense of relief when he found his latchkey.
49. The latchkey was essential to his daily routine.
50. She learned to entertain herself as a latchkey kid.
51. The latchkey was a crucial part of his childhood.
52. He remembered the day he got his first latchkey.
53. The latchkey was hidden under a rock in the garden.
54. She often shared stories about being a latchkey kid.
55. The latchkey was her ticket to freedom after school.
56. She painted her latchkey with bright nail polish.
57. The latchkey jingled in her pocket as she walked.
58. He felt a pang of nostalgia when he saw his old latchkey.
59. The latchkey was a reminder of his childhood adventures.
60. She was excited to show her friends her new latchkey.
61. The latchkey was a part of her daily routine.
62. He always kept a spare latchkey at a friend's house.
63. The latchkey felt familiar in his hand after all those years.
64. She felt a sense of pride as a latchkey kid.
65. The latchkey was a crucial part of her after-school independence.
66. He felt empowered by having his own latchkey.
67. The latchkey was a symbol of his autonomy.
68. She learned valuable life skills as a latchkey child.
69. The latchkey was the first thing he looked for when he got home.
70. She always felt safe with her latchkey in hand.
71. The latchkey was a reminder of her parents' hard work.
72. He had a unique latchkey that stood out from the rest.
73. The latchkey could be attached to her backpack.
74. She felt like a grown-up when she used her latchkey.
75. The latchkey was a part of her childhood identity.
76. He loved the sound of the latchkey in the lock.
77. The latchkey was a source of comfort for her.
78. She was proud of her independence as a latchkey child.
79. The latchkey was a reminder of her parents' absence.
80. He cherished the memories of being a latchkey kid.
81. The latchkey was essential for her daily routine.
82. She had a collection of latchkey keys from different houses.
83. The latchkey was a reminder of her childhood adventures.
84. He felt a sense of nostalgia when he found his old latchkey.
85. The latchkey was a symbol of her growing independence.
86. She always made sure to have her latchkey before leaving.
87. The latchkey was a part of her identity as a child.
88. He learned to appreciate his latchkey and the freedom it brought.
89. The latchkey was an essential part of his after-school routine.
90. She felt empowered by having her own latchkey.
91. The latchkey was a symbol of her autonomy and independence.
92. He always knew where to find his latchkey.
93. The latchkey was a reminder of her childhood independence.
94. She felt a sense of accomplishment when she used her latchkey.
95. The latchkey was a part of her daily life growing up.
96. He often daydreamed about his latchkey adventures.
97. The latchkey was a reminder of the responsibilities she carried.
98. She cherished her latchkey as a symbol of her independence.
99. The latchkey made her feel like she was in charge of her own life.
100. He felt proud to be a latchkey kid who could take care of himself.