pencil case

noun

: a small box for holding pencils and other small items, such as erasers

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Let your child pick out their new backpack, pencil case, lunch box, and water bottle, then get crafty and customize them together. Fiona Tapp, Parents, 1 Aug. 2026 The 14k yellow gold pencil case is set with two old European-cut diamonds and a round cabochon sapphire. Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 2 Apr. 2026 Another pocket on the front expands and holds my pencil case and headphones, and the interior of the front flap has a full-length zipper with a large pocket, perfect for my reporting notebook. Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 1 Mar. 2026 In any case, transport your tools in this far-more-handsome-than-it-needs-to-be pencil case by Ettinger made from soft Italian calf leather with a large zipped opening. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025 If a child's favorite backpack and pencil case are holding up, there's no reason to replace them. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 9 Aug. 2025 Adding a touch of personality to your handbag, like Fendi’s leather pencil case and notebook set, brings a sense of everyday joy and individuality. Luisa Zargani, WWD, 2 Mar. 2025 Get a pencil case and corral them from dropping to the bottom of your bag and exploding. Adrienne So, WIRED, 13 Feb. 2025 At the bar, Tori, Scheana’s 24-year-old ex-nanny with hair that is one Pegasus away from being a Lisa Frank pencil case, comes up and starts flirting with Tom. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 9 Apr. 2024

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“Pencil case.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pencil%20case. Accessed 14 Aug. 2026.

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