What does "Lock out" mean?

unable to get inside

Synonym: shut out Opposite: let in

"Lock out" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

I'm locked out of my car

— Peppa Pig S7E30

You're locked out.

— Black Mirror S4E1

just got locked out, so-- he doesn't care.

— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S1E9

We got locked out of the apartment

— Friends S9E5

Locking everyone out.

— Frozen 2

YOU'RE LOCKED OUT?

— Gilmore Girls S1E21

She's locked out, and I have her spare key.

— Gossip Girl S4E4

Yes, this isn't my trial, but that doesn't mean you can lock me out of my own mouse lab.

— Grey's Anatomy S8E6

"Lock out" in TV shows & movies

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