in the running

Example Sentences

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When the first stage of the takeover process was completed on 21 November, there were understood to be around 10 parties left in the running.

From BBC

Executives will also likely highlight the company’s strong performance in the running category, driven by new models such as the Vomero 18 and the Pegasus Premium.

From Barron's

However, it's not the first time that Kylie's been in the running for the festive top spot: In 1988, Especially For You was a close runner-up to Cliff Richard's Mistletoe and Wine.

From BBC

“The history of it is that electricity turned out to be a good thing, the internal combustion engine turned out to be a good thing, the computer turned out to be a good thing and I think AI will as well,” said Hassett, who is in the running to become Federal Reserve chair.

From The Wall Street Journal

The team had strong interest in Devin Williams before he signed with the Mets — staying in the running even as Williams’ bidding reached the level of multiyear offers.

From Los Angeles Times