"in the running" meaning in English

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      "word": "in with a shout"
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        "Of a candidate: potential or likely; worthy of consideration."
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        "(idiomatic) Of a candidate: potential or likely; worthy of consideration."
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          "text": "My favourite singer wasn't eliminated, so she's still in the running!",
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        "Of a competitor or contestant: still eligible and able to win."
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        "(idiomatic) Of a competitor or contestant: still eligible and able to win."
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        "(idiomatic) Of a candidate: potential or likely; worthy of consideration."
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        "(idiomatic) Of a competitor or contestant: still eligible and able to win."
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