throw your hat into the ring

US /θroʊ jʊər hæt ˈɪntu ðə rɪŋ/
UK /θroʊ jʊər hæt ˈɪntu ðə rɪŋ/
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출마하다, 경쟁에 참여하다

to announce one's candidacy for an election or competition

:
After much deliberation, she decided to throw her hat into the ring for mayor.
많은 고민 끝에 그녀는 시장 선거에 출마하기로 결정했다.
Several candidates are expected to throw their hats into the ring for the upcoming presidential election.
다가오는 대통령 선거에 여러 후보들이 출마할 것으로 예상된다.