in the running

📖 general
Meaning
To be a contender or candidate in a competition.
Literal Meaning
To be among those competing.
Example
“She is still in the running for the scholarship.”

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all bedlam breaks loose

A situation characterized by extreme confusion, chaos, or disorder.

all bets are off

The situation has entirely changed, and previous assumptions or agreements no longer apply.

all duck or no dinner

An all-or-nothing situation where one either achieves complete success or total failure.

all ears

Listening eagerly and attentively.