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Definition of «lockdown»

A lockdown is a measure taken to restrict or limit movement and activities in order to prevent the spread of an infectious disease. It involves closing schools, businesses, public gatherings, and other places where people congregate, as well as implementing travel restrictions such as border closures or bans on mass transportation. The goal is to reduce human contact and limit opportunities for the virus to spread from person to person. Lockdowns are typically implemented during a pandemic or epidemic when health officials believe that the benefits of reducing transmission outweigh any negative consequences caused by restrictions on daily life.

Usage examples

  1. The government imposed a strict lockdown to control the spread of the virus.
  2. Due to the lockdown, all non-essential businesses were forced to close their doors.
  3. Families are urged to stay at home during the lockdown to protect themselves and others.
  4. The lockdown has led to a significant decrease in air pollution levels.
  5. Many people have started working from home since the lockdown was implemented.
  6. Police increased their presence on the streets to ensure compliance with the lockdown measures.
  7. Access to parks and recreational areas has been restricted during the lockdown.
  8. The lockdown has resulted in a surge in online shopping and delivery services.
  9. Schools have transitioned to online learning platforms during the lockdown.
  10. Mental health support services have been made available to individuals struggling during the lockdown.

Phrases with «lockdown»

Sentences with «lockdown»

  • The White House was briefly placed on lockdown in the wake of the shooting, which took place near 17th and E streets around 3:06 p.m. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)
  • As of 2016, almost 95 percent of students in U.S. public schools practice some sort of lockdown drill according to the National Center for Education Statistics. (apmreports.org)
  • A «real and credible» threat caused Utica College to go in lockdown for hours yesterday, but no shots were fired on campus and no students were injured. (nystateofpolitics.com)
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