up for grabs
Example Sentences
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Combined, those factors make the battle for control of the House incredibly close, which in turn makes the five seats up for grabs in California pivotal — and potentially decisive.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
Unlike bitter rivals Sunderland, who beat Newcastle home and away, Howe's men failed to qualify for Europe in a season where eight qualification spots were up for grabs.
From BBC • May 27, 2026
For now, leadership in the sector remains up for grabs, but quantum investors are riding a multiday high courtesy of the Commerce Department’s latest move.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
Other Spirit assets up for grabs include its flight positions and gates in Newark, N.J.,
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
During my five weeks in the United States, I spent a lot of time on planes and waiting around in airports, where the image of Americans as hard workers was clearly up for grabs.
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
