tracked
word · lemma: track
Definition
Past form of 'track': to follow or monitor the path or progress of someone or something. It can refer to physically following or electronically monitoring movement over time.
Usage & Nuances
Used both in literal (following someone/something physically) and figurative (monitoring progress online, package delivery, user actions) contexts. Often appears with 'shipments,' 'animals,' 'progress,' or 'data.' Watch for confusion with 'traced' (which means 'copied the outline' or 'found the origin'). Mostly neutral/formal register.
Example Sentences
The package was tracked until it arrived at my house.
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Scientists tracked the movements of the wild animals.
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They tracked their expenses using an app.
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I tracked my friend's flight to see when she would land.
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The website said my order was still being tracked overseas.
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He tracked her down after years apart to reconnect.
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