matter of record

American  

noun

Law.

1. a fact or statement that appears on the record of a court and that can be proved or established by producing such record.

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Etymology

Origin of matter of record

First recorded in 1600–10

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Example Sentences

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matter of record

Earl Spencer was resolute; strong in his conviction that his version of events needed to be told as a matter of record.

From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026

"It is beyond plausible that PwC think they can just phoenix their way out of the deep cultural failures that are a matter of record and remain unresolved," Labor Senator Deborah O'Neill said.

From Reuters ● Jun. 27, 2023

As a matter of record, the tie-breaking moment occurred April 3 when the Kings were mathematically eliminated from postseason contention.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2022

We’ve compiled the list as a matter of record, and to show just how recently the portrayals occurred—often as a punchline.

From Slate ● Jun. 30, 2020

What I am about stating has come under my own observation; and is, besides, a matter of record, and accessible to many.

From Popery! As it Was and as it Is Also, Auricular Confession; And Popish Nunneries by William Hogan

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