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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The power play is the one area where the Avs have not been dominant, but the talent and a years-long track record suggests regression to the norms is coming. Corey Masisak, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025 Regardless, some team will want Williams given his track record with the Brewers. Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Nov. 2025 Mamdani, 34, is a charismatic socialist who has limited experience in the private sector and seems utterly unconcerned about his guiding philosophy’s long track record of creating misery. Editorial, Boston Herald, 8 Nov. 2025 No doubt Drinkwitz’s track record suggests Mizzou will muster just that in the weeks to come. Kansas City Star, 8 Nov. 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 Nov. 2025.

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