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as in to pen
to compose and set down on paper the words of
a staunch supporter of the old school, he prefers to write all of his letters by hand
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as in to communicate
to engage in an exchange of written messages
promise you'll write while you're away
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Recent Examples of write
Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.
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Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2026
The anti-price gouging measure, as written, would declare it an unfair or deceptive trade practice if a business charges a higher price than the average for a similar good or service within the same county.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2026
The warnings are written, solutions identified.
—Julie Watts, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Brook and Vancleave write for the Associated Press.
—Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2026
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Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 27 Jan. 2026
The anti-price gouging measure, as written, would declare it an unfair or deceptive trade practice if a business charges a higher price than the average for a similar good or service within the same county.
—Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2026
The warnings are written, solutions identified.
—Julie Watts, CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026
Brook and Vancleave write for the Associated Press.
—Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for write
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While Shyamalan wrote the screenplay, Sparks penned his 2025 New York Times bestseller.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Feb. 2026
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King Richard scribe Zach Baylin is penning the spec, with Scott Stuber and Nick Nesbit producing along with Berger.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
6 Feb. 2026
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In Iris’ eyes (which Petrova communicates nonverbally via smitten stares), bonding with Aris, even if under circumstances mostly advantageous to him, fills an empty cup within her.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Ensuring that your crowd is well-fed can be a tangible way to communicate your love for those who are seated around your table.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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One of the books on the syllabus was authored by Bill Walsh, the genius behind the 49ers and the West Coast offense.—
Kevin Sherrington
Feb. 4,
Dallas Morning News,
4 Feb. 2026
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The bill exempts a good or service that is subject to a reporting requirement or otherwise authored by an applicable rule or code of ethics.—
Alexandra Kukulka,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2026
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Receive approximately $1,965 in premium for each contract (each contract corresponds to 100 shares).—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Tolbert’s time in Denver corresponded with the Broncos’ 2016 Super Bowl win.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
25 Jan. 2026
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Muhly, who composed the opera’s final section, has special praise for Jackson’s libretto.—
Laura Regensdorf,
Vogue,
4 Feb. 2026
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LeFlore did a great job staying composed and running the show for Oak Forest in an intense game Tuesday night.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2026
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While some of the social media videos posted by Africans are in English and French, many are in languages like Igbo, Swahili and Twi, to appeal directly to audiences in target countries.—
Larry Madowo,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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The winning numbers are also posted to the Mega Millions website and on the Michigan Lottery website.—
Tanya Wildt,
Freep.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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