Puts pen to paper Crossword Clue

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Puts pen to paper Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

PAPER (noun)
1. the physical object that is the product of a newspaper publisher
2. an essay (especially one written as an assignment)
PAPER (verb)
1. cover with wallpaper
2. cover with paper
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

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