off-the-rec|ord

off-the-rec|ord
off-the-rec|ord «AWFTH uh REHK uhrd, OF-», adjective, adverb.
–adj.
not intended for publication; not to be repeated publicly or issued as news: »

Two unions have held several off-the-record meetings here recently to discuss pending contract negotiations. (Wall Street Journal).

–adv.
not to be recorded or quoted; so as to be off-the-record: »

Officials maintained a discreet public silence, but off-the-record they complained bitterly (New York Times).


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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