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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Generally, networks have avoided paper formats and focused on shows that have proven track records. Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2025 She’s respected by Trump’s orbit and has a successful political track record. Lauren Irwin, The Hill, 6 Jan. 2025 Skeptics of the deal, which was strongly opposed by United Steelworkers President David McCall, thought Nippon had an uneven track record of protecting workers. Ellen Nakashima, arkansasonline.com, 6 Jan. 2025 So, where does someone with Clay Bethune’s track record, industry experience, and thought leadership turn next? Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 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 17 Jan. 2025.

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