Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
We now have an ex-Minister in the running from our constituency for the post of Member of Parliament.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Contesting the seat.
The meaning of the given idiom is-
In the running- having a chance of being successful, esp. in a competition or election.
Ex: She's still in the running for Treasurer.
As the meaning of the given idiom is the same as the chosen option it will be the correct answer.