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In 2012, Pike recruited corrections officer Justin Heflin and pen pal Donald Kohut in an elaborate escape attempt, the Associated Press reported.
—Christina Coulter, Fox News, 24 May 2024
Since it was installed, wholesome moments, including one TikTok user in New York City sharing her experience reuniting with her high school pen pal, who lives in Dublin, have transpired since the portal opened.
—Athena Sobhan, Peoplemag, 14 May 2024
The plot revolves around Sam and Austin's anonymous online pen pal relationship, which leads to a romantic night at a school Halloween dance and a twisting plot until the pair get together.
—Tommy McArdle, Peoplemag, 8 May 2024
Uncommon Goods Grandparent Pen Pal Set Bring back the fun of receiving snail mail with this unique grandparent pen pal set.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 11 Apr. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1925, in the meaning defined above
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“Pen pal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pen%20pal. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
Kids Definition
pen pal
noun
: a friend made and kept through letter-writing
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