noun a person or thing that is no longer in contention or competition
adjective not in contention or competition
Describes a candidate who is no longer considered a viable option to win an election.
Denotes a company or product that is no longer competitive or in consideration for a particular market.
Used to describe a student or project that is no longer considered for a scholarship, award, or recognition.
Refers to a competitor who is no longer in contention to win a race or competition.
Indicates an individual or work that is no longer in contention for an award or recognition.
In the world of literature, a writer who is out of the running for a literary award may not receive further consideration for the prize.
A psychologist who is out of the running for a research grant may need to seek alternative funding sources for their study.
An athlete who is out of the running for a championship title may shift their focus to improving their performance for the next season.
A politician who is out of the running for an election may need to reassess their campaign strategy for future races.
An actor who is out of the running for a role in a movie may audition for other projects to further their career.