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

She started at the Journal covering the New York City restaurant industry, later penning a metro column for a year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 10, 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

The married filmmakers started penning the semi-autobiographical screenplay as a therapeutic exercise during the COVID-19 pandemic shortly after adopting their son.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2025

That he did all this while also penning some of the greatest novels ever written simply goes to show that “Those who do, do much. Those who talk, talk much.”

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood