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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a terrible record" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a poor performance or history in a specific context, such as sports, academics, or behavior.
Example: "The team has a terrible record this season, with only two wins out of twenty games."
Alternatives: "a dismal track record" or "a poor history".
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What a terrible record.
Nixon had a terrible record with nominations to the Court.
MERGERS among telecoms-equipment makers have a terrible record.
Colombia's army has a terrible record of violating human rights.
The agency had a terrible record in its early days — a great reputation and a terrible record".
Of course, the Newman government in Queensland has a terrible record on the environment.
That won't work: government has a terrible record at picking winners.
His trainer, Paul Nicholls, dominates the sport but has a terrible record in this race.
I didn't deliver three-minute pop singles but I made a terrible record (4) [laughs].
At least we didn't draw an English team; Porto have a terrible record in England.
Even by the standards of post-early-60s Cliff Richard, Congratulations was a terrible record.
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