be in with a chance

be in with a chance

To have a good chance or high probability of doing or accomplishing something. Primarily heard in UK. If the team maintains this level of success, they'll be in with a chance of winning the championship. I think Margaret is in with a chance of getting a promotion.
See also: chance

in with a chance

Having a good chance or high probability of doing or accomplishing something. Primarily heard in UK. Since most of the other candidates have been ruled out, I think Margaret is in with a chance of getting the promotion. If we can score one more time without letting up any points, I think we'll be in with a chance!
See also: chance
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • in with a chance
  • not an earthly
  • not have an earthly chance
  • go through fire
  • go through fire and water
  • go through hell and high water
  • take a chance
  • linger over
  • linger over (something)
  • loiter over