hat in the ring
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“They felt at this point that if they throw their hat in the ring, that they’re going to have actually a shot at getting elected. And that’s what happened,” Ramos said.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
Before you throw your hat in the ring, be warned: It is a lot of work, there is very little pay, and there are some very specific requirements that must be met to be cast.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 8, 2025
She now wants to be a Reform candidate in the new Fflint Wrecsam constituency having "put her hat in the ring".
From BBC • Oct. 2, 2025
Following the band’s apology but before its tour cancellation, Emmy-nominated actor Walton Goggins on Sunday threw his hat in the ring with an a capella version of “Jane Says” posted on his Instagram.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 16, 2024
He’d be damned if this bunch of poltroons were going to keep him from throwing his hat in the ring.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
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