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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How many other executives have a track record like that? Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026 Fees can range from $50 to $400 an hour, depending on the advocate’s location, experience, and track record. Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 30 Mar. 2026 Warped has a track record of doing exactly that. Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 30 Mar. 2026 Prices are volatile, heavily influenced by hype, and card prices lack the stability and track record of traditional markets. Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 29 Mar. 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 1 Apr. 2026.

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