track record

noun

: a record of past performance often taken as an indicator of likely future performance

Examples of track record in a Sentence

These stocks have a proven track record.
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With the trade deadline approaching and clubs constantly searching for experienced upper-level depth, Ward's track record could quickly draw interest elsewhere. Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Absolutely’s groundedness can, in part, be credited to the journey of creating her second studio album, Paracosm, a dark-leaning, 13-track record that features self-examining lyrics and dynamic vocals, ranging from airy whispers to soaring belts. Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026 The Basque coach has a track record of developing talent, playing an exciting brand of attacking football and exceeding expectations. James Pearce, New York Times, 30 July 2026 And a lender with a track record of closing on time eases any worry about the timeline. Sharon Wu, USA Today, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for track record

Word History

Etymology

track entry 1 (track-and-field sports)

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of track record was in 1952

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“Track record.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/track%20record. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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