interlocked

past tense of interlock

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Recent Examples of interlocked The protesters allegedly formed a chain that obstructed the street by having their hands interlocked in a tub inside barrels and linking arms with each other. Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 8 June 2026 During the relaxed stroll, Turner had his arm wrapped around Lipa, with their fingers interlocked. Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 6 June 2026 Every component is individually machined and mechanically interlocked, resulting in smooth engagement, precise feedback, and consistent performance over time. New Atlas, 4 Jan. 2026 Much of that money is being spent on just 10 companies that are all interlocked, with the big companies investing in the AI upstarts, which in turn pump money back into them by buying their products or services. Alyson Shontell, Fortune, 3 Dec. 2025 One, in black and white, showed two women, standing defiantly, with their arms interlocked and their backs pressed against each other. New York Times, 12 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interlocked
Verb
  • This is because their orange coloration is linked to the X-chromosome.
    Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • Andretti Global is in positive talks to retain Marcus Ericsson, while Dennis Hauger, previously linked to Andretti, is now exploring other options, intensifying the 2027 grid's dynamic changes.
    Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Verb
  • Mysterio finally connected with 619 followed by a Frog Splash for the win.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Officials said activities connected to people ‒ from fireworks to carelessly discarded cigarettes ‒ have sparked 75% of wildfires in Utah in 2026.
    Trevor Hughes, USA Today, 30 June 2026
Verb
  • The structural glazing is cleverly integrated into the hull and superstructure, with each pane of glass uniquely shaped and tinted to blend seamlessly with the steel and aluminum.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 29 June 2026
  • After President Harry Truman integrated our military in 1948, the Army tried the color-blind approach.
    Clarence Page, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026
Verb
  • On the German national team, he’s joined by several Bayern teammates.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 30 June 2026
  • SpaceX has officially joined the Russell 1000 and will join the Nasdaq 100 in July.
    John Towfighi, CNN Money, 30 June 2026
Verb
  • Wilyer Abreu added a two-run double, and relievers Jovani Morán, Greg Weissert and Alec Gamboa combined for three hitless innings for the Red Sox, who have won seven of nine games.
    ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
  • Wilyer Abreu added a two-run double, and relievers Jovani Morán, Greg Weissert and Alec Gamboa combined for three hitless innings for the Red Sox (39-48), who have won seven of nine games.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
Verb
  • One reason menopause symptoms can feel so destabilizing is because the brain systems influenced by estrogen are interconnected.
    Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 17 June 2026
  • Indigenous teachings remind us that every living thing is interconnected.
    Cody Two Bears, Rolling Stone, 17 June 2026
Verb
  • Why pet chickens keep people hooked The eggs get people started.
    Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2026
  • Bob Heath registered for his first project on We The Action’s website in 2020 and has been hooked ever since.
    We The Action, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Verb
  • The singer’s retreat from the spotlight dovetailed with public speculation about Swift’s politics, which still spark headlines despite the artist’s exclusive endorsement of Democratic candidates dating back to 2018.
    Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 26 June 2026
  • Ambitious player signings have dovetailed with bold steps off the pitch.
    Megan Feringa, New York Times, 17 June 2026

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“Interlocked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interlocked. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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