词组 | in the running |
释义 | Idiom in the running Theme: COMPETITION in competition; competing and having a chance to win.Is Tom still in the running? Does he still have a chance to be elected?I'm glad I didn't get into the running. Idiom in the running having a chance to win.This movie must be in the running for best documentary. Usage notes: said about a competition or election Opposite of: out of the runningin the runningEligible to win something or be appointed to some position. I'm in the running to win a new car. There are a lot of entries, but at least there's a chance! George is in the running for the manager position, and he's the best candidate if you ask me. There are three playoff spots left—that means we're still in the running, so don't give up! in the runningFig. in competition; competing and having a chance to win. (See also in a bind and the examples.) Is Tom still in the running? Does he still have a chance to be elected? I don't know about Tom, but Gladys is definitely still in the running. in the running1. Entered as a competitor in a contest. For example, Is Mary in the running for this election? The antonym, out of the running, means "not entered as a competitor," as in Ian is out of the running for the job now that he's living in another state. [Mid-1800s] 2. Having a chance to win, as in Mary's still in the running for the promotion. Again, out of the running means the opposite, as in He's too old-he's out of the running. [Mid-1800s] Both usages allude to the entry and chances of a horse in a race. in (or out of) the runningin (or no longer in) contention for an award, victory, or a place in a team.in/out of the ˈrunning (for something)(informal) having some/no chance of succeeding or achieving something: She’s definitely in the running for a prize.He’s out of the running for the Paris job now.in the running1. Entered as a contender in a competition. 2. Having the possibility of winning or placing well in a competition. |
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