chalk
Example Sentences
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The sheet reveals a remarkably free handling of black chalk, with the paper itself used to indicate highlights, and soft parallel black strokes conveying the face’s structure and character.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026
While I may have been quick to chalk “Tow” up to a “Whats going on with mycareer” moment for Byrne, I had faith that whatever came after wouldn’t disappoint.
From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026
Residents of Southern California who see a mysterious streak in the nocturnal sky can chalk it up to another SpaceX launch.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 16, 2026
In San Francisco, Anthropic fans wielded brightly colored sidewalk chalk to ornament the pavement outside of the company’s office with messages of thanks, laudatories such as “You are patriots” and references to Nelson Mandela.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026
As if she could hear my thoughts, she scowled as she reemerged, holding a pincushion and some chalk.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
