pen and paper
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While rewatching one of the “Miasma” sequels, Kris takes out a pen and paper, writes the word “DESIRE” in all caps, and underlines it twice.
From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026
One thing teachers seem to agree on is a return to pen and paper.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
If you think writing out a math calculation with pen and paper is enough to create consciousness, you have far more faith in mathematics than I do.
From Slate ● May 25, 2026
If we linger here with a pen and paper — just for fun — and begin to take these soups apart, something interesting happens.
From Salon ● Feb. 8, 2026
Once we retired to our hotel room, Aunt Kitty rushed to her pen and paper and began secretively writing a new message.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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