be in line for

To be a likely recipient of something, such as a job or award. I'm pretty sure I'm in line for Connie's position once she retires. My daughter is a great student, so she's in line for many academic awards at graduation.

be in line for something

to be likely to get something good If anyone's in line for promotion, I should think it's Helen. After his performance last season, it's reckoned that Taylor is next in line for the captaincy.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Devon	DEV-ən, də-VAHN	English
ZoË	ZO-ee (English)	Dutch, English
Elaina	i-LAYN-ə	English
Applegarth	['æplgæθ]
Marlene	['mɑ:li:n]
Bryce	[brais]