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paper trail
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*paper trail
Fig. a series of records that is possible to examine to find out the sequence of things that happen. (*Typically: have ~; leave ~; make ~.) The legal department requires all these forms so that there is a paper trail of all activity.
See also: paper, trail
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If you want compensation, it is vital you leave a paper trail, so write a letter or email ASAP.
Don't get mad, get what you paid for.. A SMILE IS THE ANSWER TO ALL ... by The Mirror (London, England)
The Sicilian "men of honour" are not foolish enough to leave a paper trail of their crimes.
The Writing is on the Wall for Gordon by Huddersfield Daily Examiner (Huddersfield, England)
The state normally tries to sell the fact that one can seal, but the reality is that sealed documents are far more likely to be discovered by background search firms since the sealed records are not permanently destroyed and inevitably leave a paper trail.
Diversion programs: PTI ... dismissal ... problem solved ... or is it? by Tragos, George E.; Sartes, Peter A. / Florida Bar Journal
 
 
 
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