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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Governors have no term limits in Iowa, and the state has a track record of reelecting incumbents. Rachel Schilke, The Washington Examiner, 7 Sep. 2025 Joe Salwen comes aboard as VP of development and production, bringing a track record that spans continents and platforms. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Sep. 2025 And, given America’s track record lately, more countries seem to be warming to it. Elizabeth Shackelford, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025 Israel’s track record offers some basis for constructive engagement. semafor.com, 3 Sep. 2025 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 9 Sep. 2025.

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