penning

Example Sentences

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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

Shareholders say they don’t see Abel penning op-eds or making appearances on TV shows.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 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

Citizens were penning letters to the editor to defend their library during last week’s National Library – from Moultrie, Georgia to East Aurora, New York.

From Salon • Apr. 21, 2025

There seemed to be nothing penning them in.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama