in the frame

phrase

British, informal
: in the position of being considered for something
a job candidate who is still in the frame

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At the center of the effort was sixth-year linebacker Nick Bolton, the quarterback of the unit, who focused on galvanizing the troops to create havoc and slow down an offense that had been humming earlier in the frame. Kansas City Star, 10 Aug. 2026 Cole allowed two runs in the fifth and four of his six hits in the frame. ABC News, 8 Aug. 2026 But things got interesting when Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder Tim Tawa attempted a bunt on a 0-1 pitch from Williams in the frame. Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026 The kitchen has been remodeled with a high-end, gourmet feel — a center island, upgraded finishes, and windows keeping the vineyard in the frame. Sacbee.com, 1 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in the frame

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“In the frame.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20frame. Accessed 16 Aug. 2026.

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