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I HAVE THE RECORD vs I HAVE RECORD

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "I have the record" is used when referring to a specific record that is known to both the speaker and the listener. On the other hand, "I have record" is used in a more general sense, without specifying which record is being referred to.

Last updated: March 19, 2024 • 778 views

I HAVE THE RECORD

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a specific record that is known to both the speaker and the listener.

This phrase is used when you want to emphasize that you possess a particular record that is being discussed.

Examples:

I have the record of all the sales from last month.
She has the record for the fastest time in the race.

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Will I have the record for the rest of my life? If you were dealt with as a young person, your record will be erased. -. 2 months after you have been found not guilty, ...
I have the record “Music For Hangovers” from 1963 and it is still in perfect condition, with the insert/card also perfect. I would like to sell it. Could someone get ...
If I never had to go to court or the final disposition cannot be found, can I have the record restricted? If you never had to appear in court after you were released ...
Understandable - That was just something I was facing currently as I have the record but never ripped it. If I must continue to elaborate on why I ...

Alternatives:

I possess the record
I own the record
I hold the record

I HAVE RECORD

This phrase is correct and can be used in a more general sense when referring to having a record without specifying which record is being referred to.

This phrase is used when you want to convey that you have a record in a general sense, without specifying the particular record.

Examples:

I have record of all the transactions.
He has record of all the meetings.

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All I'll say is that music has inspired and affected my world in so many ways, both good and bad, and I have record stores to thank for it. I have no idea where I'd ...
Mar 26, 2015 ... Tragic Hero: I have record label options (@Iamtragichero @sxsw @rapzilla). Rapzilla.com. SubscribeSubscribedUnsubscribe 101,400101K.
Oct 13, 2012 ... I have iPhone and if I have record the conversation when I make call how can that be done Pls let me know if u can send me the hints on my ...
... have captured me through my headset, but not the person I'm interviewing, even though I can hear them quite clearly. I have 'Record system audio' ticked.

Alternatives:

I have records
I possess records
I own records

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