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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Jones’ records have since been stripped, so Thompson goes in the record book along with Florence Griffith-Joyner, who starred in the 1988 Seoul Games. Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026 And his name will be in the school’s record book in more ways than one when his career ends. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026 Kansas forfeited the game, but claims the victory in its record book. Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 7 Aug. 2026 This is not the first time Akeley has made it in the Fish and Game record book. Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for record book

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“Record book.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/record%20book. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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