in writing

phrase

: in the form of a letter or a document
The agreement needs to be in writing in order for it to be valid.

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Bean urged officials to commit in writing that the library system will provide or fund legal representation for employees who may be targeted under Act 372. — Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 28 Aug. 2026 There is no historical source that puts the similarity between the two diadems in writing. — Giorgia Olivieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026 Elizabeth, less inclined to anatomize herself in writing, remains the more mysterious force. — Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2026 Share the plan, confirm what needs support, and put key dates in writing so everyone knows what is changing. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in writing

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“In writing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20writing. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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