in contention for

phrase

: having a chance to win (something, such as a title or position)

He's in contention for the Olympic medal.

Examples of in contention for in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That philosophy has guided Malaski through his multisport life and has him in contention for a pair of medals at the state meet on Friday. — Dave Melton, Chicago Tribune, 31 May 2023

The play first opened in Australia in 2020, transferred to London and won the 2023 Olivier Awards for Best New Play and Best Actress, and is currently in contention for four Tony Awards on Broadway, including a nod for Comer. — Caitlin Huston, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 May 2023

Tangible accomplishments include six women directors out of 19 in contention for the Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or. — Zoe Hewitt, Variety, 11 May 2023

Enter Email Sign Up Bruins-Panthers ‘23 is in contention for the bronze on my misery medal platform. — Dan Shaughnessy, BostonGlobe.com, 1 May 2023

Rhymes for in contention for

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