100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "lock"

Definition

A "lock" is a common noun that refers to a mechanical or electronic device used to secure something, such as a door or a container, by fastening it in a way that it can only be opened with a key, combination, or other specific means. It can also refer to a section of hair that is braided or styled in a particular way, or to the act of securing something.

Synonyms

• Fastener
• Latch
• Bolt
• Secure
• Closure
• Keylock
• Padlock
• Combination lock

Antonyms

• Unlock
• Open
• Release
• Free
• Unfasten

Examples

1. She locked the door before leaving the house.
2. He couldn't find the key to lock the cabinet.
3. Make sure to lock your bike to the rack.
4. They locked the safe to keep the valuables secure.
5. The hotel room automatically locks when you leave.
6. I always lock my car when I park it.
7. The child tried to lock the dog in the garage.
8. She locked her phone to prevent anyone from using it.
9. The police officer had to lock the suspect in handcuffs.
10. Can you help me lock the gate?
11. I forgot to lock the windows before the storm.
12. He used a combination to lock the storage unit.
13. She felt safe knowing her apartment was locked.
14. The thief attempted to lock the door behind him.
15. Don't forget to lock your laptop when you leave.
16. They locked the entrance to keep intruders out.
17. The manager will lock the office at the end of the day.
18. She always locks her diary to keep it private.
19. He has a special key to lock the main gate.
20. I need to lock my dog inside the house.
21. The treasure chest was locked tight.
22. He tried to lock the door quietly.
23. The teacher locked the classroom to prevent disturbances.
24. I will lock my bike to the fence.
25. The magician made the box lock as part of the trick.
26. She quickly locked her purse before going into the store.
27. They decided to lock the doors during the meeting.
28. The car's alarm will sound if you don't lock it properly.
29. I can't believe I forgot to lock the front door last night.
30. The door automatically locks when it closes.
31. He wants to lock in the price before it increases.
32. The dog was locked in the backyard for safety.
33. I always lock my valuables in a safe.
34. He locked eyes with her across the room.
35. The security guard locked the building for the night.
36. She felt the need to lock her feelings away.
37. The child tried to lock the toy box.
38. The window was locked to prevent drafts.
39. They will lock the exhibit at closing time.
40. He had to lock the gate after the last customer left.
41. She asked him to lock the door behind her.
42. The lock on the door was broken, so they couldn't lock it.
43. I always lock my suitcase before traveling.
44. The couple decided to lock in their wedding date.
45. He used a special code to lock the device.
46. She will lock her schedule for the week ahead.
47. The locksmith had to lock and unlock several times to fix it.
48. He doesn't remember if he locked the door this morning.
49. The drawer was locked, so I couldn't get the papers.
50. I need to lock the shed before it rains.
51. She felt secure because her car was locked.
52. The team will lock in their strategy before the game.
53. The vault will lock automatically after closing.
54. He had to lock the bike because it was in a busy area.
55. She decided to lock her thoughts in a journal.
56. The door was designed to lock from the inside.
57. He managed to lock the secret away from everyone.
58. The hotel staff will lock the pool area at midnight.
59. She felt relieved to lock her belongings in the trunk.
60. They need to lock their agreement in writing.
61. I always check to see if I locked my door before bed.
62. The gate will lock automatically after hours.
63. The child forgot to lock his toy box.
64. She will lock her bike in the garage for the winter.
65. He is trying to lock down a good deal on the car.
66. They had to lock the entrance due to the storm.
67. The employees will lock the building before leaving.
68. She asked him to lock the door as a precaution.
69. He felt the need to lock away his past.
70. The museum will lock the artifacts at night.
71. They plan to lock the price for the new product.
72. The child tried to lock his sister out of the room.
73. The door wouldn't lock properly.
74. I forgot to lock the gate after my dog went out.
75. She felt proud to know how to lock the safe.
76. The team needs to lock in their final roster.
77. He had to lock his phone while driving.
78. The library will lock its doors at 7 PM.
79. I always lock my valuables when I leave the house.
80. The coach told the players to lock in their focus.
81. She had to lock her handbag to keep it safe.
82. The safe was locked with a digital keypad.
83. He was careful not to lock anything important inside.
84. The building will lock down during emergencies.
85. He managed to lock out the distractions.
86. The teacher will lock the classroom before lunch.
87. She forgot to lock her computer before stepping away.
88. The family decided to lock the basement door.
89. He quickly locked the drawer after taking the money.
90. The software will lock after three failed attempts.
91. The car's features allow it to lock with a button.
92. The team is excited to lock in their travel plans.
93. She remembers to lock the door every night.
94. The gate will lock shut behind you if you’re not careful.
95. He was able to lock the issue with a simple fix.
96. The child accidentally locked himself in the bathroom.
97. She will lock her appointment for next week.
98. He found it hard to lock away his emotions.
99. The security system will lock the house at midnight.
100. He needs to lock the deal before the weekend.