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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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2
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
John Werner, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
After 22 seasons, Thompson remains on the show and now holds the record for longest-running cast member, but has no plans to leave any time soon.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 5 Apr. 2025
C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2025
Reds star Elly De La Cruz hit two home runs and recorded seven RBI on Monday — his first time using a torpedo bat.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2025
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Noun
In China, for instance, strict data localization laws require hospitals to keep patient records on-premise, fueling demand for private AI deployments.
—John Werner, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
After 22 seasons, Thompson remains on the show and now holds the record for longest-running cast member, but has no plans to leave any time soon.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 5 Apr. 2025
Verb
Even worse, the duo recorded zero interceptions and just one turnover between them — a Holland forced fumble in Week 1.
—C. Isaiah Smalls Ii, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2025
Reds star Elly De La Cruz hit two home runs and recorded seven RBI on Monday — his first time using a torpedo bat.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for record
Noun
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Your Experience section is designed to show your work chronology.—
William Arruda,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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Two lieutenants from the Firearms and Tactics section along with an IAB Sgt. were assigned to investigate, according to law enforcement sources and the chronology.—
Graham Rayman,
New York Daily News,
16 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Since exiting Moschino, Scott has logged a few collaborations with SpoiledChild, the hair and skin care brand launched by Oddity in 2022.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
3 Apr. 2025
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The album’s success has been undeniable, logging the biggest streaming week for any project since Taylor Swift’s The Tortured Poets Department last May.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
3 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Today, Ford is listed at -1400 over Mattice, who is a +600 betting underdog.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The official order includes an annex that lists the 15 related semiconductor imports that are exempt.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This reframing has the potential to catalyze one of the most significant capital redeployments in modern U.S. history.—
Joel Shulman,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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President's own vice president last term, Mike Pence, said this is the largest peace time tax hike in us history.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2025
Noun
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While the film refers to the name of the classic 1960s rock band, The Doors is largely a chronicle of Morrison’s life and career before his death at age 27 in July of 1971.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The critical hit chronicles the Munich massacre during the 1972 Summer Olympics from the perspective of the ABC Sports television crew.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
2 Apr. 2025
Verb
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There have been no arrests or updates made regarding the incidents with Star as of Monday, reports Alaska Public Media.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Kansas City police responded to that home after a 911 caller reported that someone had come to their door reporting that her mother’s ex-boyfriend shot her mother and shot at her.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Green Day entered 2005 at the center of popular music for the second time in its career — but the first time in a decade.—
Andrew Unterberger,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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With the arrival of Bizzarri and Maggio, the brand entered the American market, with a first U.S. boutique in the Bal Harbour Shops in Miami opening in December.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In the search for the specific medical condition that will serve the dramatic needs, that well of story options is deep.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
10 Apr. 2025
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Despite some lofty promises from Chrissy and people’s overall wariness of Mitch and his story, the opportunity to eliminate Sai was just too tempting.—
Nick Caruso,
TVLine,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Record.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/record. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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