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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Of course, that’s not the case anymore, as Walnut Creek’s downtown continued to thrive, while Sunvalley’s recent struggles have been well-documented. Martha Ross, Mercury News, 2 June 2026 The dangers of this informal economy are well-documented. Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 30 May 2026 And while the physical risks are well-documented — see the recent hantavirus outbreak, which originated with exposure to an infected rodent — experts caution that the psychological impact of this plague is significant. Cara Lynn Shultz, PEOPLE, 22 May 2026 Caleb Durbin sits three of last four games Durbin’s struggles have been well-documented, but this week Tracy decided to give him a breather, sitting the third baseman in three of the last four games. Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 21 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for well-documented

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“Well-documented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-documented. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

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