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as in certificates
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 proves
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 documents
Matt Egan, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
Kyle McNabb, however, contended in police documents that the internal temperature of such a vehicle could have climbed above 140 degrees.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Government documents show a range of Japanese companies intend to ship emissions to Malaysia.
—ABC News, 17 Feb. 2026
The amendments would eliminate requirements for the inclusion of certain context information and the attachment of relevant documents, records or files regarding the investigation.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
At the time, Chapter 11 documents filed on behalf of McGrath stated that despite the strength of the brand, Pat McGrath Labs faced growing financial headwinds in early 2025 including liquidity constraints.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
The documents contain no allegations that Lifetouch itself was involved in, or that student photos were used in, any illicit activities.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
Per court documents obtained by People, the couple will not pay one another spousal support.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
The files suggest that the couple and their children visited Epstein's island, and were named in a version of his will released in the Epstein documents.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Matthew Carey, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
Haley is part of a group called Safe and Sound which documents the decibel levels, and is pressing local officials to stop xAI from making so much noise, especially overnight, with its turbines.
—Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
The second, Disc 39, documents a similar trip home, but this time as a married father of two children.
—Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 9 Feb. 2026
The institution is a cultural first responder that documents the effects of materialism, conformity, and mechanization.
—Gioia Woods, Literary Hub, 6 Feb. 2026
Like Aleys, Alouette forms alliances with other women, Sylvine and Marguerite, the latter of whom carefully documents the guards’ abuses in a ledger.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
Meghan's content documents her life as an American living in Dubai, as well as content with Ceili.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
Much of the film documents the group traveling around Philadelphia in a trolley, reminiscing on the 2018 season and the play itself.
—Jordy Fee-Platt, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Her third album, Vacancy, documents this sense of resolve.
—Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 29 Jan. 2026
Noun
Corporate America initially saw limited ramifications after the US Justice Department was forced to release some of the Epstein documents in late December.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 18 Feb. 2026
Kyle McNabb, however, contended in police documents that the internal temperature of such a vehicle could have climbed above 140 degrees.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Government documents show a range of Japanese companies intend to ship emissions to Malaysia.
—ABC News, 17 Feb. 2026
The amendments would eliminate requirements for the inclusion of certain context information and the attachment of relevant documents, records or files regarding the investigation.
—Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026
At the time, Chapter 11 documents filed on behalf of McGrath stated that despite the strength of the brand, Pat McGrath Labs faced growing financial headwinds in early 2025 including liquidity constraints.
—Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
The documents contain no allegations that Lifetouch itself was involved in, or that student photos were used in, any illicit activities.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 17 Feb. 2026
Per court documents obtained by People, the couple will not pay one another spousal support.
—Meg Walters, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
The files suggest that the couple and their children visited Epstein's island, and were named in a version of his will released in the Epstein documents.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
Through this role reversal, the camera documents Daniel’s daily life as a motel owner in a candid, effortless, yet humorous manner, gradually unveiling his larger-than-life personality and his somewhat tumultuous relationship with his wife, Lourdes.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 17 Feb. 2026
Haley is part of a group called Safe and Sound which documents the decibel levels, and is pressing local officials to stop xAI from making so much noise, especially overnight, with its turbines.
—Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 13 Feb. 2026
The second, Disc 39, documents a similar trip home, but this time as a married father of two children.
—Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 9 Feb. 2026
The institution is a cultural first responder that documents the effects of materialism, conformity, and mechanization.
—Gioia Woods, Literary Hub, 6 Feb. 2026
Like Aleys, Alouette forms alliances with other women, Sylvine and Marguerite, the latter of whom carefully documents the guards’ abuses in a ledger.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
Meghan's content documents her life as an American living in Dubai, as well as content with Ceili.
—Tabitha Parent, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
Much of the film documents the group traveling around Philadelphia in a trolley, reminiscing on the 2018 season and the play itself.
—Jordy Fee-Platt, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026
Her third album, Vacancy, documents this sense of resolve.
—Vrinda Jagota, Pitchfork, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for documents
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Consumers may see relief in other forms, though.—
Elisabeth Buchwald,
CNN Money,
24 Feb. 2026
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As with every person who has his name on a book, Mercer was enthusiastic about its content and a simple message of how someone can get through the day without falling victim to drugs, alcohol and the various forms of mental torture.—
Jerry Shnay,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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Enel was to supply 85 gigawatt-hours of clean power by purchasing renewable energy certificates, a European mechanism that proves electricity comes from green sources.—
Jennifer McDermott,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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Many clinics also hold international certificates.—
Emrah Cinik,
Miami Herald,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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This look again proves that the trim can belong anywhere, not just the collar or cuffs.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
19 Feb. 2026
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While performances of the complete play with the incidental music are rare, a half-hour concert version, also rare but less so, proves effective.—
Classical Music Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Some foreign papers pointed out Jackie’s history of troubled pregnancies and caesarean births.—
Steven Levingston,
Vanity Fair,
23 Feb. 2026
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Most cabin walls are metal, making these strong hooks perfect for keeping key papers visible and organized.—
Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2026
Noun
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All of his albums received platinum certifications.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
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Certifying Ascents Another measure would aim to formalize climbing certifications.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The 90/90 rule establishes a clear, objective timeframe.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 Feb. 2026
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Another part establishes boundaries for field trips or overnighters.—
Jennifer Mayerle,
CBS News,
17 Feb. 2026
Verb
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However, walking out of class demonstrates disrespect to the teachers who care for their well-being and support these students on a daily basis.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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In this paradigm, the human demonstrates the task (by directly moving the robot’s arm or recording themselves performing an action) to teach it, for example, to serve water or organize a shelf.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Documents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/documents. Accessed 25 Feb. 2026.
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