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as in trails
a mark or series of marks left on a surface by something that has passed along it
a muddy track across the kitchen floor
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as in paths
a rough course or way formed by or as if by repeated footsteps
there was still a faint track through the underbrush that indicated where the path used to be
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as in routes
the direction along which something or someone moves
I followed the track of the thief's eyes as he watched the woman put the money into her purse and walk away
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as in chases
to go after or on the track of
predators stealthily tracking their prey
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as in traverses
to make one's way through, across, or over
once upon a time, millions of buffalo tracked the wide open plains
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Recent Examples of tracks
Jesse Adams, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2025
As promised in a social post earlier in the week, the veteran pop singer has dropped the deluxe edition, featuring the original LP’s 13 songs, plus two new tracks featuring rock icons.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 19 Sep. 2025
Shinedown’s Near-Perfect Top 10 Streak Throughout the years, Shinedown has sent 34 tracks to the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Welcome to our weekly rundown of the best new music — featuring big singles, key tracks from our favorite albums, and more.
—Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
Their portfolio spans high-profile developments across Brooklyn and Manhattan, including massive rooftops like 532 Neptune Avenue, where a 55,000 sq ft green oasis includes pickleball courts, playgrounds, gardens, and walking tracks—all sitting atop a 1,000-unit building.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Luckily, the airport had a failsafe in the form of a ground material designed to collapse under the plane's weight and stop it in its tracks.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
The latter is much more economical than the full box, of course, yet includes virtually all of the copious music (if none of the trinkets), save for a couple of tracks that appear to be exclusive to vinyl.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
Exploring All Sorts of Wild Destinations Walking down the train tracks.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 12 Sep. 2025
Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 13 Sep. 2025
ReHeardle tracks your statistics too.
—Kris Holt, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
The story of the dishwasher tracks well with the general story of technological progress, but only up to a point.
—Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Although the book is set in an unnamed year, Harold easily tracks as the type of male voter who has recently drifted toward the political right, animated by suspicions that modern liberalism has forgotten about people like him.
—Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
That tracks with the University of Michigan’s Survey of Consumers, which helps interpret sentiment.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
Next Gen Stats, thanks to a tag placed in each player’s shoulder pads, tracks consistent speed data throughout each game.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Data from the popular online real estate marketplace Zillow, which tracks an estimated market value of homes in a specific area, also shows a dramatic market value increase of Platte County homes in recent years.
—Madeline King, Kansas City Star, 7 Sep. 2025
The organization tracks these annual migrations via the Western Monarch Count.
—Brooke Baitinger
september 6, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Noun
Most bands’ B-sides were random live tracks, extraneous remixes, or goofing off in the studio — and Oasis did engage in a bit of that — but Oasis also famously burned off a number of instant classics as B-sides as if to prove this band was definitely no flash in the pan.
—Jesse Adams, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2025
As promised in a social post earlier in the week, the veteran pop singer has dropped the deluxe edition, featuring the original LP’s 13 songs, plus two new tracks featuring rock icons.
—Lars Brandle, Billboard, 19 Sep. 2025
Shinedown’s Near-Perfect Top 10 Streak Throughout the years, Shinedown has sent 34 tracks to the Mainstream Rock Airplay chart.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
Welcome to our weekly rundown of the best new music — featuring big singles, key tracks from our favorite albums, and more.
—Rolling Stone, 19 Sep. 2025
Their portfolio spans high-profile developments across Brooklyn and Manhattan, including massive rooftops like 532 Neptune Avenue, where a 55,000 sq ft green oasis includes pickleball courts, playgrounds, gardens, and walking tracks—all sitting atop a 1,000-unit building.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Luckily, the airport had a failsafe in the form of a ground material designed to collapse under the plane's weight and stop it in its tracks.
—Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
The latter is much more economical than the full box, of course, yet includes virtually all of the copious music (if none of the trinkets), save for a couple of tracks that appear to be exclusive to vinyl.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 12 Sep. 2025
Exploring All Sorts of Wild Destinations Walking down the train tracks.
—Kara Nesvig, Parents, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
In a letter to Boston Police Commissioner Michael Cox, Jackson demanded that the department place Dever on its Brady list, which tracks officers whose credibility has been hit due to alleged misconduct.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 13 Sep. 2025
ReHeardle tracks your statistics too.
—Kris Holt, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
The story of the dishwasher tracks well with the general story of technological progress, but only up to a point.
—Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Although the book is set in an unnamed year, Harold easily tracks as the type of male voter who has recently drifted toward the political right, animated by suspicions that modern liberalism has forgotten about people like him.
—Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 12 Sep. 2025
That tracks with the University of Michigan’s Survey of Consumers, which helps interpret sentiment.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 12 Sep. 2025
Next Gen Stats, thanks to a tag placed in each player’s shoulder pads, tracks consistent speed data throughout each game.
—Jesse Newell, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Data from the popular online real estate marketplace Zillow, which tracks an estimated market value of homes in a specific area, also shows a dramatic market value increase of Platte County homes in recent years.
—Madeline King, Kansas City Star, 7 Sep. 2025
The organization tracks these annual migrations via the Western Monarch Count.
—Brooke Baitinger
september 6, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tracks
Noun
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Set between the Taconic and Green Mountain Ranges, the area is best for hiking along leafy trails to waterfalls and enjoying stunning views.—
Patricia Doherty,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Hike along shady trails, rent a kayak or canoe or enjoy a picnic under rustic pavilions built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s.—
Jesse Scott,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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After meeting in college, Katie and Hubbell continue to cross paths over the years, eventually getting married before their differing opinions and lifestyles get in the way.—
Ellise Shafer,
Variety,
16 Sep. 2025
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Rising costs, shrinking margins, and uncertain downstream revenues mean buyers want not just artistry but clear commercial paths — awards buzz, international pre-sales, or genre hooks — that guarantee theatrical draw.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Crews will also maintain safe travel routes to support twice-daily fuel convoys to the Wishon hydroelectric station.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Already, the agency has added new public education messaging inside buses and along routes, transit officials said.—
Claudia Levens,
jsonline.com,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In the video, Hilton’s 2-year-old son Phoenix can be seen giggling as the puppy playfully chases him around the room while 22-month-old sister London looks on.—
Marissa G. Muller,
PEOPLE,
19 Sep. 2025
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Drowning in an indescribable emptiness, Day chases Dusk to the throne room and beats the ever-living hell out of him, but Dusk has something Day doesn’t — nanites.—
Rafael Motamayor,
Vulture,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The project also calls for several banquet rooms, as well as a 6-foot-wide waterfront walkway, open to the public during business hours, that traverses the perimeter of the property.—
Jennifer Van Grove,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Sep. 2025
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In two seasons, released in 2022 and 2025, the show traverses the Star Wars galaxy to show what means people employ to consolidate power and what risks others take to stop empire.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Empty out whatever remains inside the jar then rinse thoroughly by running hot water over every single area several times; this should remove any remaining traces of vinegar solution or debris.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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There are mentions, traces, and shadows of it in letters from Milena to mutual friend and editor Max Brod, and by Kafka in his journals, but not in any significant, expository detail.—
Christine Estima
September 12,
Literary Hub,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Accessibility and Sustainability Gravel footpaths and uneven stone walkways mean this isn’t the most accessible property, though there is a room specifically designed for wheelchair users.—
Siobhan Reid,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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The park has more than 2,000 miles of footpaths and is a favorite of mountain bikers.—
Gary Stoller,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
Noun
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According to San Diego’s Acting Chief Innovation Officer Alexander Hempton, Mayor Gloria is urging his team to use this moment of financial strain as an opportunity to propose new ideas and work in new ways without sacrificing effectiveness.—
U T Editorial Board,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 Sep. 2025
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From my experience working across portfolio companies and B2B SaaS environments, a structured 90-day review offers one of the most reliable ways to assess momentum.—
Matthew Ross,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Tracks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tracks. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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