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as in trails
a mark or series of marks left on a surface by something that has passed along it
a muddy track across the kitchen floor
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as in paths
a rough course or way formed by or as if by repeated footsteps
there was still a faint track through the underbrush that indicated where the path used to be
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as in routes
the direction along which something or someone moves
I followed the track of the thief's eyes as he watched the woman put the money into her purse and walk away
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as in chases
to go after or on the track of
predators stealthily tracking their prey
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as in traverses
to make one's way through, across, or over
once upon a time, millions of buffalo tracked the wide open plains
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Recent Examples of tracks
Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025
Unexpected sea ice can damage ships or stop them in their tracks, forcing them to re-route or turn back.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Welcome to our weekly rundown of the best new music — featuring big singles, key tracks from our favorite albums, and more.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2025
As fans begin to stream the singer’s twelfth studio album for the first time, rumors are swirling about who has inspired the 12 tracks.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Fans have already theorized that several tracks on the new album are about Swift's now fiancé, Travis Kelce.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 3 Oct. 2025
Homicide numbers in Kansas City have been consistently high over the past nine years though there were dips in 2018, 2021 and 2024, according to annual reports for the Kansas City Police Department and numbers The Star tracks.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
The album will feature 12 tracks, including a collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter on the title track.
—Kirsty Hatcher, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
Today’s list also includes tracks from Ty Dolla $ign, Ice Spice, Khalid and more.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 26 Sep. 2025
Greta Cross, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
On average, travelers haven't experienced security wait times greater than 20 minutes, according to the airport's website, which tracks live security wait times.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 4 Oct. 2025
When his estranged daughter Sam tracks him down, in a last-ditch effort to dig her way out of serious trouble, Mickey must choose between rekindling his relationship with his daughter in the face of a terrible tragedy or pursuing a once-in-a-lifetime career opportunity.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
The index, which tracks the broader market, has hit 190 record highs since 2020.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
Ray is living off-the-grid in the woods when Bean’s character tracks him down, trying desperately to convince him to return to civilization.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 2 Oct. 2025
Capital Pinball Parlor stands acoss the railroad tracks from the Sacramento River waterfront in historic Old Sacramento.
—Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2025
BirdCast, which tracks bird migration, wrote online.
—Brandi D. Addison, Nashville Tennessean, 26 Sep. 2025
Both tracks showcase a revitalized band with their signature blend of powerful guitars and mystical lyrics, a hallmark of their 30-year career.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 26 Sep. 2025
Noun
Spearheading a new wave of Reparto music stars, the Cuban artist born Dasiel Mustelier Oruña delivers 13 tracks that go beyond his signature and progressive Reparto sound.
—Tere Aguilera, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2025
Unexpected sea ice can damage ships or stop them in their tracks, forcing them to re-route or turn back.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 3 Oct. 2025
Welcome to our weekly rundown of the best new music — featuring big singles, key tracks from our favorite albums, and more.
—Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 3 Oct. 2025
As fans begin to stream the singer’s twelfth studio album for the first time, rumors are swirling about who has inspired the 12 tracks.
—Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Fans have already theorized that several tracks on the new album are about Swift's now fiancé, Travis Kelce.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 3 Oct. 2025
Homicide numbers in Kansas City have been consistently high over the past nine years though there were dips in 2018, 2021 and 2024, according to annual reports for the Kansas City Police Department and numbers The Star tracks.
—Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 26 Sep. 2025
The album will feature 12 tracks, including a collaboration with Sabrina Carpenter on the title track.
—Kirsty Hatcher, PEOPLE, 26 Sep. 2025
Today’s list also includes tracks from Ty Dolla $ign, Ice Spice, Khalid and more.
—Okla Jones, Essence, 26 Sep. 2025
Verb
In addition to the number of unique titles affected, PEN tracks the number of challenges each year.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 5 Oct. 2025
On average, travelers haven't experienced security wait times greater than 20 minutes, according to the airport's website, which tracks live security wait times.
—Michael Salerno, AZCentral.com, 4 Oct. 2025
When his estranged daughter Sam tracks him down, in a last-ditch effort to dig her way out of serious trouble, Mickey must choose between rekindling his relationship with his daughter in the face of a terrible tragedy or pursuing a once-in-a-lifetime career opportunity.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2025
The index, which tracks the broader market, has hit 190 record highs since 2020.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
Ray is living off-the-grid in the woods when Bean’s character tracks him down, trying desperately to convince him to return to civilization.
—Brent Lang, Variety, 2 Oct. 2025
Capital Pinball Parlor stands acoss the railroad tracks from the Sacramento River waterfront in historic Old Sacramento.
—Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2025
BirdCast, which tracks bird migration, wrote online.
—Brandi D. Addison, Nashville Tennessean, 26 Sep. 2025
Both tracks showcase a revitalized band with their signature blend of powerful guitars and mystical lyrics, a hallmark of their 30-year career.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tracks
Noun
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The resort includes a beach, a marina, a park, and trails, with both lakefront and courtyard bungalows.—
Laura Beausire,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
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Many came with matching tulle capes, some shrunken to cover just the arms, shoulders and neckline, others with billowing side trails.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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China has historically maintained strict immigration policies, tightly restricting low-skilled workers with limited paths to permanent residency for foreigners.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Historical map Storm paths are from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s HURDAT database.—
William B. Davis,
New York Times,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Stevenson has become more intentional with his efforts to understand offensive concepts and routes and the ways opposing teams often attack his weak spots.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The airline had a robust network servicing Western Europe, in addition to its transatlantic routes, and shared a bullish outlook earlier in the year.—
Barbara Peterson,
AFAR Media,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Patrick Mahomes throws as New York Giants outside linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux chases him Sunday.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC news,
22 Sep. 2025
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In the video, Hilton’s 2-year-old son Phoenix can be seen giggling as the puppy playfully chases him around the room while 22-month-old sister London looks on.—
Marissa G. Muller,
PEOPLE,
19 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This 84-mile loop begins and ends in Taos and traverses the high alpine desert of northern New Mexico and several mountain towns, including Angel Fire, Eagle Nest, Questa, and Red River.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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This musical journey traverses seven decades of pop music, from the 1960s to today.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
29 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The existence of Ichkabal was only confirmed in 1996, after a local ranch owner had reported traces of stone temples to archaeologists at Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History.—
Simon Willis,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Oct. 2025
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Even so, tiny traces of natural radioactivity remain a constant challenge.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Create footpaths in these areas to reduce wear and damage to the lawn.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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Outside of the event, wander the town’s flagstone market square or leafy Thames-side footpaths, tour the Henley Distillery, and go for a Sunday roast at the Bottle & Glass Inn.—
Chloe Arrojado,
AFAR Media,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Hughes and others began resisting orders in passive ways, showing up late or taking patrols extra slowly.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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That resolve was echoed across Grand Blanc throughout the week, as people scrambled for ways to do something, anything to help.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Tracks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tracks. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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