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be in the frame

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be in the frame

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

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be in the frame

  (British & Australian)

to be likely to achieve something or to be chosen for a job or an activity (often + for ) Anderson was in the frame for the job in sales, but decided not to take it. (sometimes + to do sth) Only Ferrari are in the frame to win the championship.

See also: frame