in the running

phrase

1
: competing in a contest
2
: having a chance to win a contest

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This one is in the running to join said collection because of its loose silhouette, lightweight material, and eye-catching straps. — Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 5 July 2026 Seeing Brown traded didn’t come as much of a surprise for the NBA community, as the Celtics reportedly had been among the teams in the running to acquire former Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. — Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 3 July 2026 Swift’s designer history also leaves Chanel, Dior, Elie Saab, Ralph Lauren, Iris van Herpen and Etro in the running. — Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 2 July 2026

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“In the running.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20running. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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