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 decision to keep Boeser beyond the deadline was motivated entirely by the club’s playoff positioning and the desire to enforce price on a player with Boeser’s track record. Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 8 Mar. 2025 However, his track record shows a pattern of over-promising, under-delivering, and pivoting away from accountability when outcomes fall short. Paul Klein, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025 Founded in 2008 by Iain Canning and Emile Sherman, See-Saw Films is one of the most prestigious outfits on the market, with an awards track record that includes 5 Oscars, awards track record, including 5 Oscars, 13 Emmys, and 15 BAFTAs. Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Mar. 2025 Bringing a unique global perspective and a proven track record of challenging systemic limitations. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 4 Mar. 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

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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 12 Mar. 2025.

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