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
Travelers should contact their airline in advance of their booking to verify the documentation and have the pet added to the reservation, if required.
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2025
The documentation of pain and suffering would win a Pulitzer, galvanize the antiwar effort, and turn a photographer into an overnight sensation.
—Gary Knight, Rolling Stone, 1 Aug. 2025
The document, titled the South Florida Detention Center Continuity of Operations Plan, aims to maintain custody of detainees during an evacuation, ensure the continuation of medical care and other vital services, keep communications operational and protect detainee legal records and documentations.
—Skyler Swisher, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 July 2025
On the regulatory front, that could mean insufficient labeling or documentation.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 30 July 2025
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2025
The documentation of pain and suffering would win a Pulitzer, galvanize the antiwar effort, and turn a photographer into an overnight sensation.
—Gary Knight, Rolling Stone, 1 Aug. 2025
The document, titled the South Florida Detention Center Continuity of Operations Plan, aims to maintain custody of detainees during an evacuation, ensure the continuation of medical care and other vital services, keep communications operational and protect detainee legal records and documentations.
—Skyler Swisher, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 July 2025
On the regulatory front, that could mean insufficient labeling or documentation.
—Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for documentation
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Republican lawmakers and state attorneys general have challenged the basis of those recommendations, arguing that the evidence used to support them is insubstantial.—
Selena Simmons-Duffin,
NPR,
1 Aug. 2025
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Authorities matched a black Kia Stinger seen near the park and DNA evidence to McGann after surveillance footage placed him at the scene.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Over 15 million votes have already been cast by fans across partner teams—proof that this is not speculative hype but a mainstream trend.—
Julian La Picque,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Separately, Burke said there is a growing popularity with e-motorcycles, which require the rider to have a driver’s license, proof of insurance, and state registration.—
Daniel I. Dorfman,
Chicago Tribune,
28 July 2025
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Investigators believe Vega was killed to prevent her testimony Sheriff’s Office detectives said Young's motive was to prevent Vega from testifying in a 2020 criminal case in which he was accused of robbing her at gunpoint.—
Perry Vandell,
AZCentral.com,
30 July 2025
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The department confirmed that neither grand jury received live testimony from Epstein’s victims or any alleged co-conspirators.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
30 July 2025
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“Documentation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/documentation. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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