just for the record

1. 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.

Example Sentences

Sir Keir said he would not be following suit, telling reporters: "Just for the record, I haven't sent birthday congratulations to Putin, nor am I going to do so. I don't suppose that comes as a surprise."

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"Just for the record, the government of Greenland has not extended any invitations for any visits, neither private nor official," Egede said.

From BBC

Just for the record, I do not believe this is right.

From Salon

"Just for the record, I was racist before it was cool," he posted in another.

From Salon

"Just for the record, I was racist before it was cool," read one post from the pseudonymous account in July.

From BBC