“Items sometimes chained to a desk” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.PENS is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Items sometimes chained to a desk”. It was last seen in the puzzle of July 28, 2026, where it runs at 55 Down and fills 4 squares. It crosses 4 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.