With every new project, he tends to lock into one approach early, which sometimes limits creativity.

The climber, locking into the harness, checked every buckle before descending.

After the debate, he locked into his original plan and declined to make any changes.

The manager is locking in the new contract terms before the meeting.

The old theater installed staircase locks to prevent latecomers from climbing the aisles during performances.

During the restoration of the antique pistols, the gunsmith discovered three original flash locks tucked away in a velvet-lined box.

Every winter, the heavy snow sometimes locks out delivery drivers from reaching the mountain cabins, so we stock up in advance.

She locks up the studio after everyone leaves.

The bank installed new time locks on the vault to prevent access outside business hours.

The museum installed time-locks on the vaults to prevent after-hours access.