in line for

phrase

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

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This is a massive season for a fourth-year player who could be in line for a hefty second contract. — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026 Barron showed value on special teams during camp as well which would put him in line for some elevations during the season. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 Aug. 2026 But the real action was in line for the Breen meet and greet, which snaked across the lobby of the Regal’s mezzanine level after the second screening. — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026 On paper, that sounds like exactly what should put you in line for bigger opportunities, but then someone else gets the stretch assignment. — Dr. Cynthia J. Young, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in line for

Word History

First Known Use

1899, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of in line for was in 1899

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“In line for.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20line%20for. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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