up for grabs
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Because the top two spots in each contest are up for grabs, elections experts warn that the vote results may not be known for days.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026
For now, leadership in the sector remains up for grabs, but quantum investors are riding a multiday high courtesy of the Commerce Department’s latest move.
From Barron's • May 22, 2026
“It’s really up for grabs who will be in the second spot,” said Spencer Kimball, executive director of Emerson College Polling.
From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026
One in three of the 63 councils where all the seats were up for grabs on Thursday are now in no overall control.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
Three awards down, but there’re more still up for grabs.
From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles
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