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Loch vs. Lock
Loch
Examples:
The fog over the loch created a mysterious atmosphere.We took a boat to the center of the tranquil loch.Her favorite spot was overlooking the loch at sunset.
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Lock
/lɔk/Examples:
Some nights he would secretly enter the locked room.He went in quietly, locking the door behind him.Open locks, whoever knocks! (Enter Macbeth) Macbeth:
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Think of loch as a scenic body of water usually found in Scotland, loch is associated with natural landscapes.
- A lock can be a mechanism that secures something like a door, emphasizing security and closure.
- Remember that loch is often accompanied by tales of mythical creatures, like the Loch Ness monster.
- A lock can also refer to a position in wrestling, suggesting confinement or control.
- Loch is related to water, while lock is connected to security or restriction.
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