in the hunt

phrase

US

: having a chance to win or succeed in a contest or competition

At this point in the season, both teams are still in the hunt.

Examples of in the hunt in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

With so much varsity experience back for a program known for its grit and hard-hitting style, the Vanguards should be in the hunt for one of the league’s three automatic playoff berths. — Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 10 Aug. 2026

The White Sox lead the division with 61-56 record, while the next three teams all have 58 wins and are in the hunt. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 10 Aug. 2026

Among the teams in the hunt for the playoffs, the AL East-leading Rays, NL Central-leading Brewers and wild card contenders in the Cubs, Diamondbacks and Phillies could all use another reliable starter for a postseason push. — Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 2 Aug. 2026

So, everyone's going to be in the hunt for those guys on those seven teams. — Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026

Rhymes for in the hunt

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