inside track
Americannoun
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the inner, or shorter, track of a racecourse.
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an advantageous position in a competitive situation.
noun
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the inner and therefore shorter side of a racecourse
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informal a position of advantage
the local man has the inside track in this contest
Etymology
Origin of inside track
An Americanism dating back to 1855–60
Example Sentences
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The reason: Both teams only had two wins, and the loser would get the inside track for the No. 1 draft pick.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025
The final choice for such an extremely lucrative role is less than certain, but as of now Anduril seems to have an inside track.
From Salon • Nov. 27, 2025
Ben Casparius is one pitcher with an inside track to earn an opening-day spot, Roberts said, likely as another multi-inning relief option.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2025
The developments capped a day that began with Rory McIlroy losing the inside track on rejoining the board as Webb Simpson’s replacement when board members resisted his return.
From Seattle Times • May 8, 2024
They also inspected the inside track, the support timbers, and the roof bolts.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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