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track record

idiom
Meaning

The past performance of a person, organization, or product, viewed in its entirety and usually for the purpose of making a judgment.


Examples
SIMPLE

She has a great track record at work.

CONTEXTUAL

The company checked his track record before offering him the lead position on the project.

COMPLEX

Given his impressive track record of managing complex international crises, the committee felt confident in his ability to lead the organization through this difficult period.

Anchors to
Related idioms6entries
  1. 01

    broken record

    Someone or something that constantly repeats itself, causing annoyance.

  2. 02

    record book

    A book which lists record-breaking achievements.

  3. 03

    set the record straight

    To correct a previous error or misunderstanding, especially one in print.

  4. 04

    tick tack

    [Cockney slang]the track

  5. 05

    track down

    To hunt for or locate; to search for; to find.

  6. 06

    world record

    Any characteristic or accomplishment that exceeds all other instances of that characteristic or accomplishment.

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