as in evidence
something presented in support of the truth or accuracy of a claim
the archaeologist presented convincing documentation of her theory at the conference
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Recent Examples of documentation
The Brennan Center found that when similar documentation requirements were introduced in Arizona and Kansas, tens of thousands of citizens were barred from registering to vote.
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Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 12 Feb. 2025
To get 100 percent, a homeowner would have to provide the documentation required by their policy — in many cases a comprehensive list that includes the make and model of each object.
—Rukmini Callimachi, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2025
In other parts of the state, there have been reports of anxious parents bringing their immigration documentation to schools and asking them to add that to their child’s record.
—Clara-Sophia Daly, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2025
By obtaining comprehensive documentation, the aim is to streamline the approval process for projects like the expansion of the feedlot.
—Janean Sorrell, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
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Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 12 Feb. 2025
To get 100 percent, a homeowner would have to provide the documentation required by their policy — in many cases a comprehensive list that includes the make and model of each object.
—Rukmini Callimachi, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2025
In other parts of the state, there have been reports of anxious parents bringing their immigration documentation to schools and asking them to add that to their child’s record.
—Clara-Sophia Daly, Miami Herald, 7 Feb. 2025
By obtaining comprehensive documentation, the aim is to streamline the approval process for projects like the expansion of the feedlot.
—Janean Sorrell, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for documentation
Noun
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Lee acknowledges that there was no evidence that proved that anyone else was involved, but notes that the bar for prosecution is high.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
14 Feb. 2025
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Related article Latest radar evidence suggests Black Hawk in DC disaster was flying too high, but NTSB wants more proof The cockpit voice recorder of the American Airlines regional jet had sustained water intrusion, the NTSB previously reported.—
Pete Muntean,
CNN,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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When the final tally comes in, the company’s CFO and Board of Directors will want proof that the gambit was worth it.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2025
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New families who are moving into the district and don’t yet have proof of residency can register starting March 1, according to a release from the district.—
Isha Trivedi,
The Mercury News,
9 Feb. 2025
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During testimony, Ephron said one bullet grazed his left hand, leaving visible wounds under his knuckles.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2025
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Lawmakers heard testimony on a bill Monday, recommended by state Attorney General William Tong, which seeks to restrict the use of certain algorithms by social media companies without parental consent.—
James Watson,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Documentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/documentation. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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