on the right/wrong track

idiom

: following a course that will lead to success/failure

Although their research is far from complete, the scientists are convinced that they are on the right track.

She believes that our current foreign policy is on the wrong track.

Examples of on the right/wrong track in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Investments in artificial intelligence will account for a significant increase in Facebook parent company Meta’s expenses in the coming year, but stronger-than-expected revenue from its advertising business was enough to reassure investors that its business is on the right track. —Barbara Ortutay, Fortune, 31 July 2024

Baltictech appears to be on the right track, though: The team has partnered with the MARIS Foundation, Södertörn University, and Professor Johan Rönnby to develop guidelines for the future exploration of the wreck. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 29 July 2024

The American people know it, and J.D. Vance will help President Trump get us on the right track. —CBS News, 28 July 2024

David Fanger, senior vice president in Moody’s Ratings Financial Institutions Group, noted that the investment bank’s performance appears to be on the right track following a number of foundational changes — a positive sign for investors and clients alike. —Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 17 July 2024