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 track record shows more than 80 directors passing through the program, with close to 50 going on to complete their first features. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 23 Oct. 2025 In that light, Brodin’s track record of economizing on costs and resources at Ikea may be the real game changer if he is appointed. Peter Vanham, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2025 Billitier and Roschman met with the new writer, who also had an impressive track record in network sitcoms and indie films, and started the process again. Steve Belanger, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025 The California governorship has a track record of acting as a steppingstone to the White House with two former governors of the state, Richard Nixon and Ronald Reagan, going on to serve as president. James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 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 29 Oct. 2025.

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