hit record

noun

: a record or CD that is very popular and sells many copies

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On Monday, parts of New South Wales and South Australia states hit record temperatures, some exceeding records set during a destructive summer of forest fires in 2019. CBS News, 27 Jan. 2026 That stock continues to hit record highs and has popped 12% in January. Brian Sullivan, CNBC, 25 Jan. 2026 As the victim continued to sleep, Thurman hit record on his phone, then stabbed the victim twice, once near his heart and a second time in his abdomen, according to prosecutors. Deanese Williams-Harris, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026 But the new mayor, who campaigned on a promise to make New York City more affordable, says a freeze is warranted at a time that rents have hit record highs. Chris Sommerfeldt, New York Daily News, 2 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hit record

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“Hit record.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hit%20record. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.

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