turn a lock

Examples (10)

• He turned the lock and pushed the door open.
• She carefully turns the lock before leaving the house.
• Remember to turn the lock twice for extra security.
• The old key struggled to turn the rusty lock.
• If you can't turn the lock, try jiggling the key.
• They watched as the burglar effortlessly turned the lock.
• Could you please turn the lock on the back door?
• With a click, she turned the lock and entered.
• It's important to know how to turn a lock properly.
• The custodian showed us how to turn the heavy lock.