penning

Example Sentences

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They had to find new ways to use their two best players, center Karl-Anthony Towns and point guard Jalen Brunson, instead of penning them into pre-defined roles.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

He studied and wrote poetry in detention, penning his verses on cigarette boxes when he couldn't access paper.

From Barron's • Feb. 16, 2026

But after an extensive hiatus, all three Wayans brothers are back, penning a new script that will lampoon the best and worst horror has had to offer in the 13 years since “Scary Movie 5.”

From Salon • Jan. 4, 2026

Swift, who is known for penning a string of break-up tracks, has previously said she will never confirm who her songs are about.

From BBC • Oct. 4, 2025

In a few years, I was not only penning columns, I was writing sports books, doing radio shows, and appearing regularly on TV, spouting my opinions on rich football players and hypocritical college sports programs.

From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom