two-track

[ too-trak ]

noun

1. an oblique movement of a horse in which the forehand and hindquarters move on two distinct parallel tracks and the body is maintained uniformly in the direction of the movement.

verb (used without object)

1. (of a horse) to execute a two-track.

verb (used with object)

1. to cause (a horse) to two-track.

Word History and Origins

Origin of two-track¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Following that ruling, Arizona adopted a two-track system of voter registrations.

From Los Angeles Times

In response, Arizona adopted a two-track system of voter registrations.

From Los Angeles Times

“Paul is building something special with a two-track career driven by his passion and an unrelenting quality that separates the pretenders from the contenders,” MLW Founder and CEO Court Bauer said.

From Seattle Times

Facing deep economic troubles and a restive population, the government seems to have adopted a two-track policy, analysts say, declaring victory over Israel and cracking down at home.

From New York Times

Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser’s government, seemingly caught by surprise by the Virginia deal, has responded with a slightly dissonant two-track strategy.

From Seattle Times