Throw your hat into the ring

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verb phrase

To decide to compete or participate, especially in politics or business.

After much thought, he decided to throw his hat into the ring during the presidential elections.
Visual representation of "throw your hat into the ring" - To decide to compete or participate, especially in politics or business

Often appears as...

  • throw your hat into the political ring
  • throw your hat into the business ring

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Idiomatic

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Metaphorical Origin

Originally refers to literally throwing a hat in a boxing ring to challenge someone, now a metaphor for entering any competition.

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She finally decided to throw her hat into the ring for the position of head editor.
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Initiative Shown

Using this phrase often shows a person's readiness and determination to take on a challenge voluntarily.

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After years of training, he's thrown his hat into the ring for the marathon.
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Informal Context

The phrase is informal, more suitable for casual conversation than formal announcements or writings.

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In our meeting, Jenna threw her hat into the ring to organize the company retreat.
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