in line for

in line for

Next or very likely to receive. You'll be in line for a promotion if you keep turning in such stellar results. Robinson made it very clear that his daughter is in line for the job should he retire or pass away.
See also: line
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

in line for

likely to receive.
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Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

in line for something

likely to get something: She’s in line for promotion.
See also: line, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

in line for

Next in order for: in line for the presidency.
See also: line
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
See also:
  • in line for something
  • stellar
  • big brass
  • top notch
  • top-notch
  • come down to the line
  • (one) should be so lucky
  • a mixed blessing
  • an embarrassment of riches
  • embarrassment