just for the record

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Let's get things straight; also, let me make myself clear. For example, Just for the record, we never endorsed this idea , or Just for the record, I didn't vote for him . This usage employs record in the sense of “public knowledge.” [Mid-1900s] Also see go on record ; set (the record) straight .

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