jot down
Example Sentences
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“Whereas when I read a large hardcover, it almost feels like I need a journal to jot down notes about what’s happening.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
I’m looking for A.I. to help me jot down and store my thoughts in the right place when I’m not in a position to easily do that.
From Slate • May 24, 2026
Bring a paper copy of your passport with you, know where the embassy is located in the country you’re traveling to and jot down the country’s emergency phone number.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026
I like to keep a small notebook in the kitchen for this sort of thing, a place to jot down ideas while the kettle boils or something softens on the stove.
From Salon • Feb. 8, 2026
I went to the sidewalk, sat on a bench, took out pencil and paper and tried to jot down notes for the argument I wanted to make in defense of the John Reed Clubs.
From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright
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