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 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 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 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 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 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 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for recording
  1. logging
  2. entering
  3. transcribing
  4. listing
  5. reporting
  6. scheduling
  7. marking
  8. filing
Verb
  • Electronic logging devices, which have been mandatory in most commercial vehicles since 2017, capture continuous records of driver hours and location that are often the most important evidence in a serious truck case.
    — Karen Koehler, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
  • The Dow Jones Industrial Average and S & P 500 are up 10% this year, with the former logging its best first-half performance since 2021.
    — Assiatou Hann, CNBC, 7 July 2026
Definition of logging
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  • But those plans were derailed on Thursday when Egyptian authorities blocked the ship, the Scarlet Lady, from entering its waters at the last minute, according to Atlantis Events, days after the vessel was refused entry to Turkey.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
  • Avoid entering basements or rooms where electrical outlets or cords are submerged in water.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026
Definition of entering
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  • 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
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  • On Instagram last week, Herro also posted a graphic listing the league’s worst midrange shooters last season.
    — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026
  • Shein must complete the entire issuance and listing process within the next 12 months, the notice added.
    — Denni Hu, Footwear News, 10 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
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  • While Samsung and Google are scheduling high-profile launches of the Galaxy and Pixel this summer, Apple’s incoming CEO, John Ternus, is waiting in the shadow of September to learn from Apple’s rivals.
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 July 2026
Definition of scheduling
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  • The state investor’s net portfolio value surged to a record SG$518 billion ($401 billion) for the year ended March 31, up SG$49 billion, marking its third straight annual increase.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 8 July 2026
  • Millions of Americans paying higher Affordable Care Act insurance bills in 2026 will once again face double-digit rate hikes next year, marking another cost increase for health insurance that has become prohibitively expensive for some.
    — Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Definition of marking
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  • Democrat Troy Jackson moved one step closer to running to replace embattled Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner by filing paperwork with the Federal Election Commission to fundraise for a possible bid.
    — Lauren Green, The Washington Examiner, 7 July 2026
  • The network has run on-air spots urging its viewers to support the program by filing comments with the FCC.
    — Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Definition of filing

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“Recording.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recording. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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