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record

/ˈɹɛk.ɚd/ adjective C2
  1. Enough to break previous records and set a new one; world-class; historic.
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Here’s the record of the Tarleton murders, and the case of Vamberry, the wine merchant, and the adventure of the old Russian woman, and the singular affair of the aluminium crutch, as well as a full account of Ricoletti of the club-foot, and his abominable wife.
The Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, p. 3 · B2
Holmes balanced it on his knee and his eyes moved slowly and lovingly over the record of old cases, mixed with the accumulated information of a lifetime.
The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes, p. 50 · B2
I have some recollection that you made a record of it, Watson, though I was unable to congratulate you upon the result.
The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes, p. 50 · B2
It would indeed be a triumphant ending to his excellent sporting record if he added me to his bag.
The Case-Book of Sherlock Holmes, p. 33 · B2

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