pen and paper

Example Sentences

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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

A breach of Japanese beer giant Asahi forced the company back to pen and paper to cope, while the fashion house behind Gucci and Balenciaga was also targeted in September.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

I held pen and paper in my hand, ordering my children to be quiet as they moved between playing and watching the screen.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

David Yturralde arrived at the mushroom talk in Newport Beach recently armed with a pen and paper and a host of questions.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2026

Brother Mance would pace the floor, extolling my abilities with pen and paper.

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright