in the picture

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: involved or playing a part in something : in the same situation or relationship
After their brief separation, her boyfriend is back in the picture.

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Had children been in the picture, though, Honnold’s death-defying acts would be unforgivable. — Richard Lawson, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026 The days start shortening, which means Northern Lights viewing is in the picture. — Brittany Anas, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 No one took advantage quite like Young, who remains in the picture for PGA Tour player of the year with his signature win at The Players Championship and a big win at a signature event at Doral. — ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026 But the honest answer is that the bigger story was what showed up once alcohol wasn’t in the picture. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in the picture

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“In the picture.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20picture. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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