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.

Recent Examples on the Web

The sweet spot for biotech investors is typically a large potential market with enough of an efficacy and safety track record to mitigate the risks. —Ana Castelain, Bloomberg, 28 Jan. 2026

At the same time, 20 games into the season, the Gators have established a track record and an identity, while revealing their warts. —Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Jan. 2026

Peterson sees approval as likely given the current government’s push towards deregulation and Affirm’s track record of mature rick management. —Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 27 Jan. 2026

Supreme has a track record of sometimes selecting unexpected models, such as 2024’s SB Darwin Low and 2023’s Air Bakin, which did not receive larger releases outside of their respective collaborations. —Riley Jones, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

track entry 1 (track-and-field sports)

First Known Use

1952, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for track record

• checkerboard
• clavichord
• fiberboard
• fibreboard
• fingerboard
• harpsichord
• motherboard
• notochord
• overboard
• overlord
• paperboard
• plasterboard