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

in/out of conˈtention (for something)

with/without a chance of winning something: Only three teams are now in contention for the title. ♢ With that defeat, Marshall dropped out of contention.See also: contention, of, out