recording

verb

Definition of recordingnext
present participle of record
1
as in logging
to make a written note of the reporter recorded the events of the evening in her notebook for later reference

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2
as in entering
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 recording Crow-Armstrong has been crafty on the base paths, recording 21 steals on 27 attempts. — Data Skrive, New York Times, 5 July 2026 Caleb Kilian enjoyed redemption by recording his eighth save of the season. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 5 July 2026 Ringley placed the camera, which looked like an eyeball swivelling on top of a small white pyramid, on her Mac and began recording. — Jennifer Wilson, New Yorker, 28 June 2026 The 22-year-old Conwell stayed aggressive despite his cold shooting, recording team-highs in field-goal attempts and three-point attempts. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 5 July 2026 At the time, Taylor was in the process of re-recording her first six albums after not being given the chance to buy back her masters, but has since secured complete ownership of her discography. — Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 6 July 2026 Herrera’s book justifiably treated the paintings as essentially autobiographical, recording a life of trials and tribulations. — Jonathon Keats, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 As a result, recording Clovis was an intensely personal affair for both Shooter Jennings, and one of Waylon’s biggest present-day admirers, Crockett. — Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 29 June 2026 In 2018, during Swift's Reputation tour stop in Massachusetts, Lively and Reynolds were seen in the VIP section of the audience, enthusiastically recording her performance of the song. — Alyssa Rotunno, InStyle, 4 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recording
  1. logging
  2. entering
  3. transcribing
  4. listing
  5. reporting
  6. scheduling
  7. marking
  8. filing
Verb
  • The crime drama was renewed for a second season last year after logging Paramount+’s second biggest launch for an original series behind Landman.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 30 June 2026
  • That means logging not just the output but the exact inputs, parameter state and computation path, enabling retrospective reconstruction of any historical decision for regulatory examination.
    — Lev Yatsemyrskyi, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of logging
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  • Despite entering the match as overwhelming favorites, Argentina is approaching the match cautiously.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
  • British singer Ellie Goulding was spotted entering a car while wearing a black cocktail dress.
    — Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
Definition of entering
Verb
  • Speaking ideas aloud and transcribing them for AI input also preserves natural rhythm.
    — Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • While transcribing therapy sessions, Greta becomes obsessed with one of her insufferable boss's patients, a married female Swiss gynecologist.
    — Caroline Killilea, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
Definition of transcribing
Verb
  • The driver of the fleeing vehicle was booked into the Wyandotte County Detention Center, according to the jail’s inmate listing.
    — Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 3 July 2026
  • She's also dreamed about paying down that future pool by listing it on Swimply.
    — Stephan Bisaha, NPR, 3 July 2026
Definition of listing
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  • But many are struggling to settle up afterward, with some reporting the experience has damaged their relationships or pushed them into debt.
    — Rachel Hale, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • The defense has argued that Saulter was initially disciplined for spreading rumors about King having sex with former office manager Karen Charles, not for reporting Goodloe’s allegations.
    — Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
Definition of reporting
Verb
  • For a safer outdoor work environment, follow the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)'s guidance by scheduling regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned places.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 5 July 2026
  • Any change to the City Charter would not preclude the council from scheduling additional special meetings.
    — Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of scheduling
Verb
  • From patriotic events marking the milestone to hands-on crafts and outings designed for time with the grandkids, there’s no shortage of ways to get out and enjoy the season.
    — Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 July 2026
  • More than 60 drones targeted Moscow overnight, the city’s mayor said Tuesday, marking another major aerial attack on the Russian capital as Ukraine intensifies its long-range weapons campaign.
    — Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 30 June 2026
Definition of marking
Verb
  • Those filing the lawsuit alleged that the agreements gave Disney significant leverage over streaming bundle prices, limited competitors' ability to offer lower-cost alternatives and contributed to higher prices for consumers.
    — James Powel, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • For example, individual filers can receive up to $994, couples filing jointly can receive $1,491, and those providing essential care to SSI recipients can receive up to $498.
    — Sydney Topf, The Washington Examiner, 4 July 2026
Definition of filing

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