Wednesday, November 6, 2024
In the Money
Adjective
Who has won a prize or has made it to the position in a tournament after which one is guaranteed a prize, regardless of whether the tournament is complete.
EXAMPLE: "I was really excited the first time I finished in the money in a tournament. Even though there were a lot of prizes and I was only barely in the money, it felt really great to win something."
APPLIES TO: Online and Land-based Venues
USAGE: Describes a player.
ANTONYMS: Out of the Money
RELATED TERMS: Bubble, Tournament
Adverb
In a position that is awarded a prize.
EXAMPLE: "I played my best and ended up finishing in the money. It was quite a thrill."
APPLIES TO: Online and Land-based Venues
USAGE: Describes finishing in a tournament.
ANTONYMS: Out of the Money
RELATED TERMS: Bubble, Tournament