chalk

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It was inspired by Cullen's son Lee, after she spotted a message he had written in chalk on a pavement when he was eight years old.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

It will also include further introductions to suitable chalk grassland sites to strengthen and expand the species' long-term future in Kent.

From BBC • May 16, 2026

Given those gains, it would be hard to chalk up today’s moves to much more than profit taking.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

But shares are off about 5% in Tuesday morning action, which some analysts chalk up to Palantir’s sky-high valuation.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

He picked up the chalk, pointed at the blackboard, and wrote a large, crooked A. Turning in her big chair, Little Britches gave him all her attention.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck