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Definitions

in the running

ADJECTIVE
eligible
Synonyms
STRONGEST
acceptable likely qualified suitable
WEAK
appropriate becoming capable of desirable discretionary elective employable equal to fitted in line for licensed preferable privileged proper satisfactory seemly suited trained up to usable
Antonyms
STRONGEST
unacceptable
WEAK
improper inappropriate ineligible unfit unsuitable unsuited unworthy
ADJECTIVE
marriable
Synonyms
WEAK
marriageable suitable
NOUN
opening
Synonyms
STRONGEST
opportunity show time
STRONG
availability connection cut fling go occasion place possibility run scope shot squeak vacancy whack
WEAK
big break iron in the fire look-in
Antonyms
WEAK
closing closure conclusion ending finish misfortune solid

Example Sentences

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"We're here talking to you about what is a common-sense approach to achieve the objective, whether we had a great rival in the running or not."

From Barron's

PSG lead Ligue 1 and remain in the running to retain the Champions League title they won for the first time last season.

From Barron's

I’m definitely trying to make strides for independents to be in the running for these major awards though because it’s like a shot in the arm!

From Los Angeles Times

The visitors are still in the running for the championship but may rue not picking up a late bonus point in last week's win over Italy.

From BBC

Quietly, consistently, he advocated for me behind closed doors, recommending me for opportunities I didn’t know I was even in the running for and helping me navigate the unwritten rules of an elite academic institution.

From The Wall Street Journal

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