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paperwork

[pay-per-wurk] / ˈpeɪ pərˌwɜrk /
NOUN
office work
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The paperwork said “guaranteed,” and you signed where the man pointed.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 20, 2026

Some of the 28, all of whom are lawful permanent residents of the U.S., are also charged with lying on their naturalization paperwork, officials said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026

These are the norms for social engagement on college campuses today—from sober monitors and consent ambassadors, to strict requirements and paperwork to throw campus shindigs.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 18, 2026

The warrant reportedly lists conspiracy, false statements on immigration paperwork and immigration fraud.

From Salon ● Oct. 17, 2026

“How charming. And I presume you have paperwork for all these”—he scrunched up his face like he’d just swallowed a slightly turned piece of fruit—“children.”

From "Dactyl Hill Squad" by Daniel José Older


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