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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
Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 12 May 2026
Plenty of people already use AI to polish text in emails or other documents before sending them, and this is essentially the same thing for voice input.
—ArsTechnica, 12 May 2026
Amanda initially pleaded not guilty to her falsifying documents and wire fraud charges, but switched to a guilty plea in October 2021.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
Board chair Don Mial indicated that the 90-day pause would give the hospitals time to consider changes to those documents.
—Richard Stradling, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
Immigration then took him into custody, per the documents.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 12 May 2026
He was then found to not have the proper documents for residency in France.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 12 May 2026
In 2022, Business Insider reported on documents showing that Musk was the father of twins with Zilis.
—Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 12 May 2026
The documents go on to say that after Dukes was arrested and placed into a Chicago youth facility at 15 years old, he was signed to Warner Records.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Carolina Cuellar, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
The Dangerous by Design 2024 report documents the gap between what’s proven to work and what is actually done on Florida's roads.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 8 May 2026
The museum broadened its focus in 1986 by launching its Folklife division, which documents the region’s traditional arts and culture.
—Amanda Rosa
may 7, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
Reader Sheila Haennicke wrote that the Route History Museum in Springfield, Illinois, which documents the Black experience on Route 66, is a favorite stop.
—E. Jason Wambsgans, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Abugharbie also had numerous lacerations on his body, including his left and right legs, the court documents state.
—Cristian Benavides, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
The new study documents ways that research has fallen short, but some outside experts said there are further areas that could be analyzed.
—Anil Oza, STAT, 27 Apr. 2026
Jeffrey documents his travels on his Instagram account, MLB Mascot King.
—Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Kardashian documents the routine on Poosh, tying it to gut health and digestion.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
Noun
The appeal was filed on Tuesday, May 11, and does not have any other information or documents attached to it.
—Matthew Ablon, CBS News, 12 May 2026
Plenty of people already use AI to polish text in emails or other documents before sending them, and this is essentially the same thing for voice input.
—ArsTechnica, 12 May 2026
Amanda initially pleaded not guilty to her falsifying documents and wire fraud charges, but switched to a guilty plea in October 2021.
—Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
Board chair Don Mial indicated that the 90-day pause would give the hospitals time to consider changes to those documents.
—Richard Stradling, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026
Immigration then took him into custody, per the documents.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 12 May 2026
He was then found to not have the proper documents for residency in France.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 12 May 2026
In 2022, Business Insider reported on documents showing that Musk was the father of twins with Zilis.
—Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 12 May 2026
The documents go on to say that after Dukes was arrested and placed into a Chicago youth facility at 15 years old, he was signed to Warner Records.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Verb
The data are pulled from spreadsheets maintained since January 2025 that tracks and documents federal enforcement actions in greater Tucson such as raids, vehicle stops and aerial surveillance.
—Carolina Cuellar, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
The Dangerous by Design 2024 report documents the gap between what’s proven to work and what is actually done on Florida's roads.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 8 May 2026
The museum broadened its focus in 1986 by launching its Folklife division, which documents the region’s traditional arts and culture.
—Amanda Rosa
may 7, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
Reader Sheila Haennicke wrote that the Route History Museum in Springfield, Illinois, which documents the Black experience on Route 66, is a favorite stop.
—E. Jason Wambsgans, Chicago Tribune, 28 Apr. 2026
Abugharbie also had numerous lacerations on his body, including his left and right legs, the court documents state.
—Cristian Benavides, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
The new study documents ways that research has fallen short, but some outside experts said there are further areas that could be analyzed.
—Anil Oza, STAT, 27 Apr. 2026
Jeffrey documents his travels on his Instagram account, MLB Mascot King.
—Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Kardashian documents the routine on Poosh, tying it to gut health and digestion.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for documents
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Vatkin is represented by works in his signature style, where thick, layered brushstrokes, fragmented forms and a vivid use of color create a sense of motion and instability.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 May 2026
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Unlike most forms of hantavirus, which spread from rodents to humans, Andes is the only strain that is able to transmit from person to person, heightening fears about how outbreaks could unfold under the right conditions.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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Idaho Power submitted an application seeking certificates of public necessity to build the plants, according to a news release from the Idaho Public Utilities Commission.—
Angela Palermo
May 7,
Idaho Statesman,
7 May 2026
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There is also a limit of five personal pan pizza certificates per family, per month.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
Verb
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That opacity serves a clear purpose, but Martelli is enamored by it to a fault, and Inés’ refusal to question the people around her or make any significant decisions beyond keeping her mouth shut eventually proves more trying than helpful.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
14 May 2026
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Our rendition of the French bistro favorite proves that this dish doesn't have to be tricky.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
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Also among those whose cases Yost wants dismissed, according to court papers, is Leo DiSabato’s, a former OSU wrestler and older brother of whistleblower Mike DiSabato.—
Corky Siemaszko,
NBC news,
11 May 2026
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The suspect, identified in court papers only as RH, was arrested and charged with manslaughter and unlawful possession of a weapon.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
11 May 2026
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Fashion brands tend to treat traceability as a documentation exercise, the company said, relying on supplier declarations and chain-of-custody certifications to substantiate sourcing claims.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Her background includes certifications in organizational change management and professional development, along with years of experience in corporate learning, leadership development and global transformation.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
Verb
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In addition to the weekly shows and game coverage, the partnership also establishes a joint year-round collaboration focused on community initiatives that serve Southern California.—
CBS LA Staff,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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This establishes a safe zone called the Learned Homing Area.—
Jacek Krywko,
Scientific American,
13 May 2026
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Colleen Camp, on the other hand, demonstrates a flair for light comedy as an alluring French maid, though the role too often requires her to play second fiddle to her own enhanced bosom.—
Kirk Ellis,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2026
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The candidate demonstrates willingness to address younger voters’ concerns openly, responding directly to questions about his billionaire status and financial practices.—
Gustavo Arellano,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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“Documents.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/documents. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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