Up for grabs

usgb
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Available and ready to be taken, won, or earned.

The championship is still up for grabs.
Visual representation of "up for grabs" - Available and ready to be taken, won, or earned

Often appears as...

  • title up for grabs
  • prize up for grabs
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Competition Implied

Suggests something is desired by many, competition may be involved.

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The scholarship is up for grabs, and dozens of students are applying.
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Uncertain Outcome

Indicates the result is still undecided and there's a chance to win or get it.

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Even in the final minutes, the game is still up for grabs.
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