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for your records vs for your record

It would be much more common to say "for your records," because most people keep more than one record of something.
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Last updated: December 10, 2017 • 110728 views

for your records

This phrase is correct.

You might use this phrase when presenting someone with a document.

Some examples from our editors:

  • Please keep a copy for your records.
  • Here is a signed copy for your records.
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Some alternatives from our editors:

  • for you to keep on file

for your record

This phrase is not correct. Don't use it.

It sounds much more natural to say "for your record," as it is assumed that the recipient keeps more than one record.
  • Nov 13, 2013 ... 100 Essential Albums for Your Record Collection. Posted by Billy Gil, November 13, 2013 09:40am | Post a Comment Bookmark and Share.
  • INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR RECORD SEALING HEARING. 1. JC 15:5 NEW 5/ 11. Preparing for the Hearing. Prepare what you are going to say in court.
  • Once you have successfully paid for your record, you will be prompted to view and print your record. Once you have closed the shopping cart confirmation page , ...
  • Next, it must be determined whether you are eligible for your record to be sealed or expunged. You cannot expunge your record if you were convicted of a crime.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • for your records

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