Examples of skeleton key

• There are legitimate uses of skeleton key sets—eg by locksmiths—and any proposals for controls on sales would need to take this into account.

• There is no skeleton key for these locks.

• Antique or vintage-style barrel keys often closely resemble the more traditional skeleton key but are a more recent innovation in keymaking.

• However, warded keys were designed to fit only a matching lock and the skeleton key would often fit many.

• His holy symbol is a locked door with a skeleton key beneath it.

• Originally, the width of the lane was narrower than that of the free throw circle, giving the appearance of a skeleton key.

• I refer, for example, to the direct mailing of skeleton keys to members of the public, which can easily be used for opening car doors.

• The police have already warned us of the risk involved in advertising skeleton keys for purchase by the public.