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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The process is well-documented in the company’s culture memo, and has been chronicled by former Chief Talent Officer, Patty McCord, in her book, Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility.
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Chris Westfall, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
The Steelers, as it's been well-documented, have been waiting on word from Aaron Rodgers, who might retire or might not and join one of the NFL's perennial playoff teams.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 13 May 2025
The adverse health effects of overworking, which is estimated to kill more than 800,000 people every year, according to the International Labour Organization, have been well-documented.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
Alonso’s connection to Real Madrid is well-documented.
—Brett Koremenos, New York Times, 13 May 2025
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Chris Westfall, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
The Steelers, as it's been well-documented, have been waiting on word from Aaron Rodgers, who might retire or might not and join one of the NFL's perennial playoff teams.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 13 May 2025
The adverse health effects of overworking, which is estimated to kill more than 800,000 people every year, according to the International Labour Organization, have been well-documented.
—Soo Kim, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
Alonso’s connection to Real Madrid is well-documented.
—Brett Koremenos, New York Times, 13 May 2025
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“Well-documented.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/well-documented. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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