for the record

phrase

: for public knowledge : on the record

Examples of for the record in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The linebacker's day for the record books also will be remembered for his vulgar celebration after one sack. — ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026

The heart monitor, for the record, ended up costing more than the sleep apnea test at $200 after insurance. — Samantha Agate, Charlotte Observer, 24 Sep. 2026

On November 6, 1934 Sinclair lost to Merriam by 250,000 votes (for the record, the victor was known by midnight the same day). — Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026

Dyson And just for the record, Dyson isn't the only company to come up with the idea of putting a camera in a toothbrush. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 16 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1937, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for for the record

• particleboard
• phonorecord
• underinsured
• abhorred
• aboard
• accord
• adored
• afford
• award
• baseboard
• billboard
• blackboard