ON RECORD Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

on record

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Definition of on record

as in public

not known by only a select few Everything said in this room today will go on record.

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Recent Examples of on record California’s homicide rate dropped to its lowest-ever level on record in 2025, as the number of violent crimes and homicides has dropped in recent decades, both statewide and nationally. — Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026 And a few hours later (and a little further left of pop stardom’s center), two other artists with highly devout followings also drew signifcant buzz for teaming up on record for the first time. — Andrew Unterberger, Billboard, 22 Oct. 2026 The move aims to demonstrate that Britain remains committed to its climate targets despite backing a new gas project, following the country’s hottest summer on record. — Reuters, NBC news, 21 Oct. 2026 Deforestation surged by 60% under former President Bolsonaro while Lula’s government announced the lowest Amazon deforestation rate on record last week. — Gabriela Sá Pessoa, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on record

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