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in the running |
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in the running Fig. 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. See also: running in the running having a chance to win This movie must be in the running for best documentary. Opposite of: out of the runningUsage notes: said about a competition or election See also: running How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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This was his one trouble in the running of the pack; but she had other troubles. |
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