Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-the-running
idiomatic expression
/ɪn ðə ˈrʌnɪŋ/
Definition
In contention for something, typically used in reference to a competition or selection process.
Examples
- The athlete has been training hard and is definitely in-the-running for the gold medal.
- With so many talented candidates, she feels she is still in-the-running for the job.
- After the last round of voting, three proposals remain in-the-running for the funding.
Meaning
This phrase means that someone or something has the potential to win or be chosen in a contest or race.
Synonyms
- in contention
- in the race
- competitive
- under consideration
