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as in chronology
a relating of events usually in the order in which they happened
the town paper published a record of the debate, as well as a synopsis of each candidate's stance on the major questions
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as in annals
an account of important events in the order in which they happened
historical records on the rise of the Roman Empire are plentiful
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1
as in to log
to make a written note of
the reporter recorded the events of the evening in her notebook for later reference
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as in to list
to put (someone or something) on a list
he was recorded as having been a passenger on that ill-fated ship, but his body was never recovered
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Recent Examples of record
Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
In San Diego, the number of people charged in federal court in February with felony immigration crimes more than quadrupled compared to the previous year, a Reuters examination of federal court records found.
—Brad Heath, Joshua Schneyer, Marisa Taylor, Sarah N. Lynch, Mike Spector, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2025
Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
Houston dominated the boards and recorded an impressive 11 steals as the Cougars hustled to the very end.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN, 20 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Hamilton started on pole after breaking the lap record at the Shanghai International Circuit on Friday.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 22 Mar. 2025
In San Diego, the number of people charged in federal court in February with felony immigration crimes more than quadrupled compared to the previous year, a Reuters examination of federal court records found.
—Brad Heath, Joshua Schneyer, Marisa Taylor, Sarah N. Lynch, Mike Spector, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2025
Verb
With worsening storms and 2024 recorded as the hottest year in history, reducing fossil fuel dependence across industries has been critical in climate change mitigation efforts, scientists say.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 20 Mar. 2025
Houston dominated the boards and recorded an impressive 11 steals as the Cougars hustled to the very end.
—Kyle Feldscher, CNN, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for record
Noun
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Here is a chronology of how events unfolded: Trump invoked the Alien Enemies Act on Friday by signing a proclamation, but didn't give a speech explaining the decision.—
Bart Jansen,
USA TODAY,
17 Mar. 2025
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With each option, the chronology of individual steps in the process changes.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Playing with pain Kentucky guard Lamont Butler logged 25 minutes while dealing with a shoulder injury.—
Rich Rovito,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2025
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That event presented an opportunity that was too good to pass up: the chance to explore the seafloor below the iceberg’s original location—like overturning a rock or log in the woods to see what creatures lie hidden underneath.—
Ashley Balzer Vigil,
Scientific American,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
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This position is listed as a full-time, remote job to oversee the business and development of Netflix’s flagship game franchises.—
Terina Allen,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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Paramedics took the woman to a hospital, where she is listed as stable.—
Malia Mendez,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The result was one of the most transformative kitchen appliances in history, not because of new technology but because someone recognized an everyday problem—slow, inefficient cooking—applied a seemingly unrelated observation, and created a solution.—
Mark Nevins,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people, including current events and the sights and sounds of the United States.—
Khloe Quill,
Fox News,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Just a Bit Outside chronicles the ups and downs of the team’s almost-championship season.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
19 Mar. 2025
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With a dynamic curation of decorative items, ranging from antique Spanish ceramic vessels to contemporary designs, the concept store, which was the brainchild of Loewe’s creative director Jonathan Anderson, is the latest installment in Loewe’s chronicle of an art collector’s home.—
Denni Hu,
WWD,
19 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Some dealers had provided the tax credit to shoppers up front, a new option in 2024, but did not report the sale to the IRS in a timely fashion.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
26 Mar. 2025
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The decision to terminate Taylor comes less than one week after ESPN reported that Taylor has been investigated twice for inappropriate behavior directed at female staff members.—
Jon Wilner,
The Mercury News,
26 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The Miami Herald was first to confirm that along with Cuba and Venezuela, which would be hit with an absolute ban on its nationals entering the U.S., some Caribbean countries would also be joining Haiti on the list.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2025
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On the first visit, Jones took photos from inside the building of the window that the thieves used to enter the palace.—
Francesca Aton,
ARTnews.com,
18 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This story was originally published March 19, 2025 at 5:00 AM.—
Jonathan Shorman and,
Kansas City Star,
19 Mar. 2025
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When circumstances arise, an editor’s note can be added to a story.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2025
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“Record.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/record. Accessed 29 Mar. 2025.
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