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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Immigration attorneys said the program is still in its early days and could eventually become successful if it's approved by Congress and builds a track record of approvals. Robert Frank, CNBC, 8 May 2026 The Trophée Chopard has a strong track record. Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 7 May 2026 This is in stark contrast to Trump’s track record, McNamara said. Angie Leventis Lourgos, Chicago Tribune, 6 May 2026 But the 17-year-old has a strong track record for success. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 6 May 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 11 May. 2026.

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