How to Use "Write" with Example Sentences

write (v): to put letters, words, or numbers on paper or another surface using a pen or pencil

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Used with adverbs:

"Write your name neatly at the top of the paper."
(neatly, clearly)

"Please write down your name and phone number."
(down)

"She writes her name beautifully."
(beautifully, well)

"He frequently writes for the local newspaper."
(frequently, regularly)

"She writes for an advice column anonymously."
(anonymously)

"He is writing a book specifically for children."
(specifically)

"He writes poorly."
(poorly, badly)

"Please write back soon."
(back)

Used with verbs:

"I learned to write at an early age."
(learned to)

Used with prepositions:

"She writes with her left hand."
(with)

"She wrote her shopping list on a napkin."
(on)

"He wrote his name in big red letters."
(in)

"He writes stories about his adventures."
(about, of)

"She writes for the local newspaper."
(for)

"She writes to her sister once a week."
(to)