lead pencil

Frequency: 5.02.5 per million words

Note: a misnomer, as pencil 'lead' is graphite.

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Examples (20)

  • I prefer to sketch with a soft lead pencil for smoother lines.
  • He sketched the initial outline with a sharp lead pencil.
  • The artist used a lead pencil to capture the subtle shadows of the portrait.
  • The school requires every student to have a lead pencil for the exam.
  • Children often learn to write using a simple lead pencil.
  • I prefer writing my notes with a lead pencil so I can erase mistakes.
  • This old lead pencil belonged to my grandfather and is still functional.
  • She found an old lead pencil in the back of the desk drawer.
  • He sharpened his lead pencil to a fine point before starting his technical drawing.
  • A high-quality lead pencil is essential for detailed architectural drawing.
  • Please make sure you have a lead pencil and an eraser for the exam.
  • The artist used a soft lead pencil to create deep, rich shadows.
  • The architect quickly jotted down ideas with a lead pencil on a napkin.
  • Could you please lend me your lead pencil for a moment?
  • Digital drawing has replaced the traditional lead pencil for many designers.
  • Modern lead pencils are actually made of a mixture of graphite and clay.
  • She found a half-used lead pencil in the drawer and continued her doodle.
  • The child was busy coloring, but he needed a lead pencil for the labels.
  • A good quality lead pencil can be an essential tool for any creative person.
  • I always keep a spare lead pencil in my bag just in case.