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
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Traditionally, Berkshire has been opaque about who’s been responsible for the smaller holdings in its portfolio and hasn’t said much about the portfolio managers’ track records. Alex Crippen, CNBC, 13 Dec. 2025 His track record of elevating teams, maximizing talent, and developing student-athletes speaks for itself. Chris Vannini, New York Times, 12 Dec. 2025 Despite the time that has passed, the 11-track record sounds oddly contemporary. Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2025 Cate is an exceptional creative force whose instincts, track record, and vision perfectly align with the next chapter of Film4. Alex Ritman, Variety, 11 Dec. 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

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Track record.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/track%20record. Accessed 16 Dec. 2025.

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!