record book
noun
: a book that has records of the best or most remarkable performances or achievements in a particular sport or activity
—usually used figuratively
His long jump earned him a place in the record book.
That game was one for the record books.
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One day after McIlroy set the record for the largest lead through 36 holes, Young found a spot in the record book by making up the largest deficit in the third round to share the lead.
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Doug Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
Kopitar will leave having written his name all over the Kings’ record book.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
The state record is 92 by Amarillo’s Sydney Greeson in 2018, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations record book.
—Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 2 Apr. 2026
Aya Ferguson already has a place in the CIF San Diego Section record book in two girls swimming relays.
—Glae Thien, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
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Doug Ferguson, Chicago Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
Kopitar will leave having written his name all over the Kings’ record book.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
The state record is 92 by Amarillo’s Sydney Greeson in 2018, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations record book.
—Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 2 Apr. 2026
Aya Ferguson already has a place in the CIF San Diego Section record book in two girls swimming relays.
—Glae Thien, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Mar. 2026
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“Record book.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/record%20book. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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