pencils

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  1. noun A narrow, generally cylindrical implement for writing, drawing, or marking, consisting of a thin rod of graphite, colored wax, or similar substance encased in wood or held in a mechanical holder.
  2. noun Something shaped or used like a pencil, especially a narrow medicated or cosmetic stick: an eyebrow pencil.
  3. noun A style or technique in drawing or delineating.
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  • One of the pencils was a cheap variety of the mechanical type, which the Hunter had previously seen refilled, and he was able to work the lead out of it with a few minutes of prying. —  Clement, Hal - Needle.htm
  • Letting the world see him chew gum and fidget with his pencils was an invaluable example. —  TIME.com: Top Stories
  • "Joe's artwork looks great in color, but to see what an amazing illustrator he is just off his pencils is a mindblowing!" —  Playback:stl Syndication
  • The visuals appear to be reproduced from Shoyket's pencils, and the sketchy look that arises as a result suits the historical nature of the fiction. —  Eye on Comics
  • "Hannah Montana" or non-book products such as pencils, markers, toy banks and electronic games.
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