A matter of record

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Something that is officially known and recorded.

The details of the case are a matter of record and can be examined by anyone.
Visual representation of "a matter of record" - Something that is officially known and recorded.

Often appears as...

  • it's a matter of record
  • be a matter of record

Usage tips

Formal

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Official Confirmation

Use it when you want to state that information has been formally verified or acknowledged.

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His resignation is a matter of record; the company confirmed it last week.
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Not Confidential

Implies that the information is not secret and can be accessed or verified by the public.

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Her speech is a matter of record, available in the library archives.
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Legal Evidence

Often used in legal or official contexts to refer to information that can be used as evidence.

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The contract was signed by both parties and is now a matter of record in the court documents.
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