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To write something

write

verb

to use a pen to make words, numbers, or symbols

set down

to write something on a piece of paper so that it will not be forgotten and can be looked at later

compose

verb

to write something, especially when this involves thinking carefully about it

dash off

to write or draw something quickly because you are in a hurry

copy down

to write exactly what someone has written or said

transcribe

verb

to write, type, or record something exactly as it was said

get down

to write something somewhere

scribble

verb

to write something quickly and carelessly

note

verb

to write something down so that you will have a record of it

put pen to paper

to start writing something

caxirola

a percussion instrument used by football fans which makes a rattling sound when shaken

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