record book
noun
: a book that has records of the best or most remarkable performances or achievements in a particular sport or activity
—usually used figuratively
His long jump earned him a place in the record book.
That game was one for the record books.
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When Liverpool sealed the Premier League title in April with a 5-1 win against Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield, Alisson followed another goalkeeping great into one particular record book.
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Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 9 June 2025
For the 18-hole final at Poppy Hills Golf Course, Jones’ pairing included star freshman Jaden Soong of St. Francis of La Canada, who was challenging to rewrite the state record book.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 16 June 2025
The record book was kicked sideways at the MSTCA Division 5 relays on Sunday at Kenney Field.
—Matt Roy, Boston Herald, 18 May 2025
Votto’s name is listed throughout the franchise record book: Second in home runs (356), first in walks (1,365), third in RBIs (1,144), second in doubles (459) and OPS (.920).
—C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 29 May 2025
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Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 9 June 2025
For the 18-hole final at Poppy Hills Golf Course, Jones’ pairing included star freshman Jaden Soong of St. Francis of La Canada, who was challenging to rewrite the state record book.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 16 June 2025
The record book was kicked sideways at the MSTCA Division 5 relays on Sunday at Kenney Field.
—Matt Roy, Boston Herald, 18 May 2025
Votto’s name is listed throughout the franchise record book: Second in home runs (356), first in walks (1,365), third in RBIs (1,144), second in doubles (459) and OPS (.920).
—C. Trent Rosecrans, New York Times, 29 May 2025
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“Record book.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/record%20book. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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