in/out of contention

in contention

Among those eligible to win something; in competition. Don't count them out just because they've been on a losing streak—they're still in contention for that final playoff spot.

in/out of conˈtention (for something)

with/without a chance of winning something: Only three teams are now in contention for the title. ♢ With that defeat, Marshall dropped out of contention.

See also: contention, of, out

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in contention
be in the running
in the running
in/out of the running
qualify for
a thing you don't want is dear at any price
like a streak
shop (something) around
shop around
at that point

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