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make new record
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "make new record" is not correct in standard written English.
It should be "make a new record" or "set a new record." Example: "The athlete aims to make a new record in the upcoming competition."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
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News & Media
Alternative expressions(3)
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1 human-written examples
[2] To make new Record, copy the existing record and then modify as per the requirement.
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58 human-written examples
But today, as doctors and hospitals struggle to make new records systems work, the clear winners are big companies like Allscripts that lobbied for that legislation and pushed aside smaller competitors.
News & Media
He does the comeback special that is aired in the U.S. on December 3rd, '68, and shortly after that, he seems totally committed to try and make new records that are different and more meaningful than what he had been doing for all those movies.
News & Media
Global stock markets are making new record highs -- on what?
News & Media
But Godrich said: "Making new recorded music needs funding.
News & Media
Now, touring heavily, making new records and collaborations, and perhaps carrying a sharper mandate of cultural preservation — because the New Orleans we knew really is gone — the band has become worth another hearing.
News & Media
SG: Well, I'm making new records every day with different artists.
News & Media
I'm just ready to make a new record already; after what happened, it's just naturally put the fire underneath me.
News & Media
At first it was like, "Aw man, that's a bummer," but at the same time, it frees us up to do so many things that we've always wanted to do, and one of those was to make a new record, and get it out as soon as possible, so that's what we did.
News & Media
"And now the integrated team will make sure that expedition teams inform them beforehand if they intend to make a new record.
News & Media
(Nonetheless he says he may make the new record people at his label have been badgering him for).
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Always use the article "a" before "new record" (i.e. "make a new record") for grammatical correctness. Without the article, the phrase is generally considered incorrect in standard English.
Common error
Avoid omitting the article "a" before "new record." Saying "make new record" is grammatically incorrect and should be corrected to "make a new record."
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Linguistic Context
The phrase primarily functions as a verbal phrase, indicating an action related to creating a musical recording. This use is reflected in the Ludwig examples, which predominantly describe the act of producing new musical content.
Frequent in
News & Media
50%
Wiki
25%
Science
25%
Less common in
Formal & Business
0%
Encyclopedias
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Reference
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "make new record" is commonly used to describe the act of creating a musical recording. However, as Ludwig AI highlights, the phrase is grammatically incorrect in standard English and needs an article. The correct form is ""make a new record"". While generally neutral in register, it appears more frequently in News & Media and Wiki contexts. Remember to include the article "a" to ensure grammatical correctness. You can also use alternatives such as "create a new recording" or "produce a new album" depending on the context you're trying to express.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
make a new album
Adds the article "a" for grammatical correctness.
create a new recording
Focuses on the creation aspect, using a more formal term "recording".
produce a new record
Emphasizes the production aspect of making a record.
craft a new recording
Emphasizes the skill and artistry involved in making a new musical piece.
release a new album
Specifies the type of record being made, referring to a collection of songs.
cut a new record
Uses the idiomatic expression "cut a record", implying the act of recording music.
lay down a new track
Refers to recording a single song or instrumental piece.
engineer a new record
Highlights the technical process of creating a high-quality music.
develop a new record
Indicates a process of creating or improving a musical piece.
record a new song
Highlights the act of creating a brand-new musical composition.
FAQs
How can I properly use "make a new record" in a sentence?
Use "make a new record" when you want to express the action of creating a new musical recording, such as "The band decided to "make a new record" after their successful tour".
What is a more formal way to say "make a new record"?
A more formal way to express "make a new record" is to say "create a new recording" or "produce a new album", depending on the specific context you want to emphasize.
Is it grammatically correct to say "make new record"?
No, it is not grammatically correct to say "make new record." The correct phrasing is ""make a new record"", as the article "a" is required for proper grammar.
What are some other ways to phrase the idea of creating a new album?
Besides ""make a new record"", you could also say "release a new album", "record a new album", or "produce a new album", each implying a slightly different focus on the creative or commercial aspect of the process.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
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Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
81%
Authority and reliability
3.2/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested