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(idiomatic) A written record, history, or collection of evidence. / (idiomatic) Records left by a person or organization in the course of activities.

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paper trail

Source Word

paper trail

Noun

idiomatic

Japanese Meaning

文章や書類によって残された記録、証拠の痕跡 / 活動の過程で記録された歴史や証拠の集合

Before we approve the deal, make sure there is a clear paper trail documenting every step.

取引を承認する前に、すべての手順が書類で記録されていることを確認してください。

Sense（1）

(idiomatic) A written record, history, or collection of evidence.

Keep a good paper trail in case anyone asks you why you arrived at that conclusion.

Sense（2）

(idiomatic) Records left by a person or organization in the course of activities.

paper trails

（ plural ）