penned in

Example Sentences

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Though they were penned in and ruthlessly pursued, their mastery of the Sierra Madre made them nearly untouchable.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Dozens of people have now descended on the area and have been digging up the fenced area where the cows were once penned in, hoping to strike it rich.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

At the event, Sanford sang a song she penned in 2011 called, “Acorn,” which was inspired by the grandeur of oak trees and what they symbolize in nature.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 7, 2026

Von Oelhoffen, who wore a sleeve on her arm with the word “heart” penned in magic marker, hit a 3-pointer that made it 49-35 for Oregon State with 3:46 left.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 24, 2024

They’re penned in, guarded on all sides by Peacekeepers.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins