in line for

phrase

: due or in a position to receive
She's in line for a promotion.

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Among the bottom half of spenders in MLB this season, four are currently in line for one of baseball’s 12 playoff spots, with another six on the bubble. — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 29 July 2026 Its reputation has become global, attracting everyone from presidents to professional athletes and international visitors willing to wait patiently in line for brisket many consider among the world’s finest, as Franklin does not take reservations. — Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026 Carter is a core player with Davis on the defensive line, with Mitchell and DeJean next in line for record-setting deals after the season. — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 28 July 2026 The 2019 first-round pick was acquired in a trade with the Green Bay Packers ahead of free agency this offseason and is now in line for the bulk of the snaps at one of the two primary outside linebacker spots. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in line for

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