School Supplies

noun a pencil with a blue colored core

• She used a blue pencil to mark the corrections on the manuscript.
• Can you pass me that blue pencil so I can doodle on this paper?
• I always keep a blue pencil handy for when I need to jot down quick notes.
• The editor's sharp eye was like a blue pencil, catching every mistake in the text.

noun a soft, white, porous sedimentary rock composed of calcium carbonate

verb to write or draw with chalk

• The teacher used a piece of chalk to write on the blackboard.
• Can you pass me the chalk so I can write my name on the sidewalk?
• I found some sick chalk at the store for my next climbing session.
• His words were like chalk on a blackboard, grating on my nerves.

noun a colored stick of wax or chalk used for writing or drawing

• The artist carefully selected each crayon for their latest masterpiece.
• Can you pass me that green crayon over there?
• I love doodling with these colorful crayons.
• Her words painted a vivid picture, as if she was using a crayon to draw emotions.

noun a piece of furniture with a flat or sloping surface and typically with drawers, at which one can read, write, or do other work.

• The executive sat behind his mahogany desk, reviewing the latest financial reports.
• I left my keys on the desk in the living room.
• I'll meet you at the cafe to study, but let's make sure to snag a good desk.
• His mind was a cluttered desk, filled with unfinished thoughts and ideas.

noun a sticky substance used for sticking things together

• The glue is used to adhere the pieces of wood together in carpentry.
• Can you pass me the glue so I can fix this broken vase?
• I need some super glue to stick this back together.
• Trust is the glue that holds relationships together.

adjective sticky or adhesive, like glue

• The gluey substance was difficult to remove from the surface.
• I accidentally stepped in some gluey stuff and now it's stuck to my shoe.
• I hate when my hands get all gluey from working on crafts.
• The situation became gluey as they struggled to find a solution.

noun A tool with bristles or other filaments, used for applying paint or ink

• The artist carefully selected the finest paintbrush for his latest masterpiece.
• I can't find my favorite paintbrush, have you seen it anywhere?
• I'm going to borrow your paintbrush to touch up this wall real quick.
• Her words were like a delicate paintbrush, adding color to the otherwise dull conversation.

noun a writing instrument with a thin, cylindrical pointed end for marking or drawing

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• The architect sketched out the blueprint using a pencil.
• Can I borrow your pencil to write a quick note?
• I need to grab a pencil before I can start my homework.
• Her words were as sharp as a freshly sharpened pencil.

noun A straight-edged tool used for measuring or drawing straight lines

• The ruler of the country made an official announcement today.
• The ruler of this office is known for being strict but fair.
• The ruler of the playground is the kid with the most toys.
• In her mind, she was the ruler of her own destiny.

noun a person or thing that sharpens, especially a tool or machine used for sharpening pencils or knives

• The pencil sharpener in the office needs to be replaced.
• Hey, can you pass me the sharpener for my pencil?
• I can't find my sharpener anywhere, it's so annoying!
• Education is the sharpener of the mind, constantly honing our knowledge and skills.

noun writing materials such as paper, pens, pencils, and envelopes

• The office supply store offers a wide selection of stationery for businesses.
• I love shopping for cute stationery to use in my planner.
• I need to grab some stationery before school starts.
• The stationery of ideas flowed freely from her mind onto the pages of her notebook.

noun a large bag used for carrying things

verb to carry or haul something in a tote bag

• She carried her laptop in a leather tote bag to the business meeting.
• I always bring my tote to the beach for all my stuff.
• I love your tote, where did you get it?
• His responsibilities were a heavy tote on his shoulders.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

interjection a word or phrase that expresses strong emotion or surprise

• May I grab a copy of the report before the meeting?
• Can I grab a slice of pizza from the kitchen?
• Yo, can I grab a ride to the party tonight?
• Can I grab a moment of your time to discuss this important matter?

noun a loudspeaker with a built-in microphone, used for making announcements or speeches

• The police officer used a bullhorn to address the crowd.
• Can you grab the bullhorn so we can make an announcement?
• I'll grab the bullhorn and let everyone know what's going on.
• Her voice was like a bullhorn, loud and impossible to ignore.

noun a bell that is rung to signal the beginning or end of classes in a school

• The school bell rang, signaling the end of the class.
• When the school bell rings, it's time to head to the next class.
• I always try to sneak out before the school bell goes off.
• The school bell symbolizes the start of a new chapter in life.

noun a portable file folder with multiple pockets or compartments that expand like an accordion for organizing and storing documents

• The lawyer organized all the important documents in an accordion file for easy access.
• I keep all my receipts in that accordion file over there.
• I found some old concert tickets in my accordion file from high school.
• Her mind was like an accordion file, neatly storing away memories and information.