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

But, the Dodgers might as well try nonetheless, since they possess the competitive track record and financial resources to be one of Soto’s few realistic landing spots this offseason.

From Los Angeles Times

This time, he has a wealth of prospective candidates with proven track records of supporting him and after eight years, Trump loyalists are the Republican establishment.

From BBC

In Saudi Arabia, Trump is viewed much more favourably than Joe Biden, but his track record in the Middle East is mixed.

From BBC

Getting agreement on a new finance target is seen as a critical step in building trust between rich and poor nations as, so far, the track record hasn’t been great.

From BBC

"Given Trump's track record, I think one can say it's unpredictable," Offit told Salon in a phone interview.

From Salon