Sentence examples for long lockout from inspiring English sources

The reality is, some players did not prepare for a long lockout.

"As of right now, guys are making their plans and getting ready for what could be a long lockout".

"Have circumstances changed, so that if we're confronted with a long lockout and a strike, concerns about player image and conduct will not be a factor?" Hunter asked.

A federal mediator met separately with officials from the N.B.A. and its players union in hopes of bringing an end to the league's four-month long lockout.

"In that situation,  the board and musicians came together and bargained throughout a long lockout in order to reach a resolution that the community can afford.

They could argue that superstars can afford to endure a long lockout and that it is not as easy for others.

Players are resigned to a season-long lockout when the current contract ends next March.

Jeff Vanderbeek bet on owner-friendlier economics when he bought the Devils in 2004, before the season-long lockout.

A federal judge gave N.F.L. players a significant victory Monday, granting an injunction to stop the league's six-week-long lockout.

During the season-long lockout of 2004-5, close to 400 N.H.L. players skated in leagues overseas — more than half the N.H.L.'s roster of players.

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. — For most N.F.L. players, the four-month-long lockout was filled with lonely workouts, saving pennies and waiting for an agreement to be reached.