in 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.
See also: contention

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Ludovicaloo-do-VEE-kahItalian
Murugan-Hinduism, Tamil
Haul-Welsh
GraŻYnagrah-ZHI-nahPolish
Gocha-Georgian
Domitius-Ancient Roman