paperwork

Example Sentences

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The mother had previously submitted paperwork to the elementary school and district expressing clearly that her son was not permitted to participate in pool activities, the complaint states.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

In February, he replaced a Justice Department attorney who was prosecuting two officers for allegedly lying in paperwork in support of the warrant to search Taylor’s home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

"We had the reports and the paperwork, but actual items from the disaster simply weren't there."

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

They avoid anything official at all costs, anything that involves paperwork.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

I read the number of Auntie Buzz’s checking account to Ms. Young, who said she would send Buzz the paperwork right away.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen