To mature, a bit of a writer needs a pen
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RIPEN
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The clue “To mature, a bit of a writer needs a pen” has appeared 2 times in our database with 1 different answers, so count the squares in your grid and check the crossings before you commit. Most recently it ran in the Evening Standard crossword on February 5, 2026, where the answer was RIPEN.
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