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as in certificate
a written or printed paper giving information about or proof of something
have your documents ready as you approach the border
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as in to prove
to show the existence or truth of by evidence
he tried in vain to document a link between ancient civilizations and extraterrestrials
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Recent Examples of document
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 June 2025
Toss junk mail, file important documents, and tackle any actionable items immediately.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2025
Matt Donnelly, Variety, 11 June 2025
It's well documented that Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders is someone Barkley has long admired.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
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Noun
The damages, outlined in a judgement dated May 21, are against 75-year-old Edgar Mills of Southbury, according to documents filed in Superior Court in Torrington.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 7 June 2025
Toss junk mail, file important documents, and tackle any actionable items immediately.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 June 2025
Verb
The film documented alarming bouts of rage and regret from LaBeouf, who was open about his sobriety struggles, and even touched on abuse allegations from former partner FKA Twigs.
—Matt Donnelly, Variety, 11 June 2025
It's well documented that Hall of Fame running back Barry Sanders is someone Barkley has long admired.
—Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for document
Noun
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The aim is to establish Karlovy Vary as a hub for co-productions and creative collaborations across diverse narrative forms.—
Diana Lodderhose,
Deadline,
10 June 2025
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Its political musings are straightforward, but their overt nature allows the movie to play out in the form of a saccharine, campy, musically-tinged comedy that zips by, never overstaying its welcome.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
10 June 2025
Noun
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Perhaps a participant could earn a skills certificate and then apply those skills by working on or running a social media campaign, for example.—
Khaitsa Wasiyo,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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At the end of the ceremony, Shore presented each woman with a hamsa hand necklace, which symbolizes protection, and a certificate of bat mitzvah.—
Jessica Tzikas,
Sun Sentinel,
12 June 2025
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Companies that didn’t mandate COVID-19 vaccines still proved to be tough on employees who decided against receiving the injection.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
16 June 2025
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After nearly three years of sleeping on this Avocado, it's proven its durability—there's zero sagging or other issues.—
Scott Gilbertson,
Wired News,
16 June 2025
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And, Toto is now (on paper by one recent estimate at least) a billionaire.—
Alex Kalinauckas,
New York Times,
20 June 2025
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No words about it from his lips, on paper or through his social media site.—
Ani Freedman,
Fortune,
20 June 2025
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Other initiatives included covering the cost of certification fees and collaborating with local schools to boost recruitment, the Park District said.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2025
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To stay competitive, governments and businesses must work together to offer more AI learning programs and certifications to equip workers, ensure their economic growth and close the AI divide.—
Russell Sarder,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
Verb
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The cinematic shot language of existential car racing is, of course, well established.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
17 June 2025
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An effort to establish a library district in La Grange Park failed after a referendum was defeated in the late 1950s, according to media reports from 50 years ago.—
Hank Beckman,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2025
Verb
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Your contrarian takes demonstrate independent thinking that can't be faked or prompted into existence.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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What’s happening Medieval Fair for all ages: The Society for Creative Anachronism will be demonstrating different arts, craftsmanship, fighting styles, and more from the Middle Ages.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 June 2025
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“Document.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/document. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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