Pen pal? Crossword Clue

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Pen pal? Crossword Answer

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CELLMATE

(8 letters)

PIG

(3 letters)

CON

(3 letters)

COAUTHOR

(8 letters)

PRISONER

(8 letters)

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

PEN (noun)
1. a correctional institution for those convicted of major crimes
2. a portable enclosure in which babies may be left to play
PEN (verb)
1. produce a literary work
PAL (noun)
1. a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities
PAL (verb)
1. become friends; act friendly towards

Hint 2: Other Answers Used in the Past

CELLMATE
(8 letters)
PIG
(3 letters)
CON
(3 letters)
COAUTHOR
(8 letters)
PRISONER
(8 letters)

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