lockdown
definitions
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noun
A state of strict confinement or restriction, often imposed by authorities to prevent the spread of disease or during a security crisis.es: Estado de confinamiento estricto
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noun
A situation where systems, markets, or processes are completely halted or restricted due to external pressure or regulatory intervention.es: Situación de paralización total por presión externa
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verb
To restrict access or movement strictly, often by locking doors or closing facilities.es: Restringir acceso o movimiento estrictamente
examples
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The government announced a nationwide lockdown to curb the virus outbreak.
El gobierno anunció un confinamiento nacional para frenar el brote del virus.
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Regulatory pushback led to a systemic lockdown in the financial sector.
La resistencia regulatoria llevó a un bloqueo sistémico en el sector financiero.
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Security teams will lockdown the building immediately after the alarm sounds.
Los equipos de seguridad cerrarán el edificio inmediatamente después de sonar la alarma.