well-documented
adjective
—used to describe something that is known about or known to be true because there are many documents that describe it, prove it, etc.
a well-documented fact
That part of her life is not well-documented.
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Why the Python Problem Demands New Tools The ecological destruction that makes this program urgent is well-documented.
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Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
This was Fincher’s first feature film, and the severe stress of its production has been well-documented over the years.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 27 Apr. 2026
The health risks associated with PFAS exposure are well-documented.
—Steve Adelstein, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
By contrast, Lance’s failure in San Francisco after he was drafted third overall in 2021 is well-documented.
—Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 23 Apr. 2026
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“Well-documented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-documented. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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