Meanings of virtual lock in English

Wuhan is on virtual lock-down, and transportation in much of Hubei has been curtailed.

Since the early 1990s median U.S. household income and overall consumer inflation have marched in virtual lock step.

It is widely seen as giving JPMorgan a virtual lock on the proposed buyout, which requires majority shareholder approval.

Just a week ago, a 4-0 drubbing of Panama made the team a virtual lock to qualify.

Republicans control the Senate with a 53-47 majority, and Barrett's confirmation seems to be a virtual lock despite opposition from Democrats.

Meanwhile, Orlando (29-43) lost six straight games and is a virtual lock to finish last in the Southeast Division for the fourth straight year.