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verb

past tense of document

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Recent Examples of documented
Verb
The existence of the octagons has been documented previously. Reuters, NBC news, 29 May 2026 Scholars have documented how lighter skin tones and features perceived as closer to Eurocentric beauty standards may influence perceptions of desirability, femininity, professionalism, and trustworthiness. Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 Two studies by our team documented the drive time in Arizona is over two hours for opioid treatment in rural communities. Brian Mann, NPR, 28 May 2026 Ancient Egyptians documented early beekeeping in their art. Literary Hub, 27 May 2026 Tens of thousands of children have been documented by human rights groups as having disappeared, yet there is little visible, community-level effort to find them. Sara Huston, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026 Heather Gregorio, a lawyer for the detainees who argued Wednesday, said the inhumane treatment was documented throughout agency records. Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 27 May 2026 The aim, as per a release by the department, is to increase public access to unresolved aerial sightings that were previously classified or only partially documented. Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 22 May 2026 Mayo was, at the time of his death, documented by the police department as a street gang member. Emerson Clarridge, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for documented
Adjective
  • Even a small change to a pre-established part of your schedule — like having breakfast outside instead of at the table — can break couples out of flying on autopilot.
    Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
  • In some instances, mounds that were removed or holes that were filled were later re-established, volunteers say.
    Ashley Mackin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026
Verb
  • The Premier League’s sudden obsession with dead-ball situations is best demonstrated by Brentford deciding to replace Frank with Keith Andrews, who previously was the club’s set-piece coach.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 25 May 2026
  • Past players have demonstrated that Minecraft is Turing complete, meaning that any computer program can be implemented within the game.
    Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 25 May 2026
Adjective
  • That space was brought to life inside the Plaza’s actual theater, where the walls were repapered in gold, adding to the gold lame Austrian curtain onstage.
    Rachel Wallace, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2026
  • More affordable housing near transit with actual income targeting for the families already living here.
    Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • Instead, Hargitay proved that Adidas Sambas are still a celeb favorite for a reason, opting for classic white sneakers with electric blue stripes for an effortlessly cool finishing touch.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 30 May 2026
  • Scientists have studied this effect for years in tiny quantum systems, but controlling it in larger materials has proved much harder.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 30 May 2026
Adjective
  • And that means there are real stakes to the question of who gets to take credit for truly understanding the Great Books.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 May 2026
  • The only real drawback is that some rooms face bland rooftop views.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026
Adjective
  • Americans increasingly question whether government agencies, media organizations, corporations, or political leaders are presenting verifiable information.
    Richard Torrenzano, Fortune, 26 May 2026
  • Materials must carry verifiable physical identifiers that are tamper-resistant and can be independently analyzed.
    Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
Adjective
  • Political observers argue that Hilton’s conservative media profile and Bianco’s law enforcement background resonate with rural and suburban voters on issues like crime and immigration, suggesting their campaigns address genuine policy concerns beyond election denialism.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026
  • But now, in the era of high pressing and sudden forward bursts, Casemiro, Martin Zubimendi, Moises Caicedo and Ryan Gravenberch all offer a genuine goal threat in open play.
    Michael Cox, New York Times, 25 May 2026
Adjective
  • The insoles are made from a responsive yoga mat material that offers impressive arch support, while the outsoles are a sturdy rubber that’s grippy and reliable.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2026
  • Breakfast is straightforward and reliable, but dinner is where the kitchen shines.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026

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“Documented.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/documented. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.

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