penning

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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

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

The earliest recorded contest took place at Chalds in around 700 bc, the poet Hesiod proudly penning a few lines in celebration of his winning a solo singing class there.

From "The Story of Music" by Howard Goodall