track record

noun

1. a record of achievements or performance.

   an executive with a good track record.

track record

noun

1. informal,  the past record of the accomplishments and failures of a person, business, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of track record¹

First recorded in 1950–55

Idioms and Phrases

A record of actual performance or achievements, as in This applicant has an excellent track record. This term probably comes from horse racing, where it signifies the best time a horse has ever achieved at a particular track or over a particular distance. However, some believe it alludes to track and field records. Its figurative use dates from the late 1940s.

Example Sentences

Oliver criticized Weiss’s journalistic track record, calling her work “irresponsible” at best and “deeply misleading” at worst.

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FEMA’s letter also noted that unlike with the Tahitian property, “FEMA cannot conclude that Palisades Bowl represents a preserved or guaranteed source of long-term affordable housing,” based on the owners’ track record.

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We need someone with experience and a proven track record.

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I’m focused on my success in my business; it’s based on my track record.

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“Looking ahead, we continue to view Ebos as a quality operator, with consistent growth strategies and a strong capital allocation track record,” it says.

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