Grammar fix
throw your hat in the ring
announce candidacy
To announce that you want to compete in an election or other competition.
How oftenNow and then
LevelB2
Used inSpeech & writing
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
After months of avoiding the question, Daniel finally threw his hat into the ring for party leader.
When they asked who wanted to be class rep, I threw my hat into the ring, mostly because nobody else put their hand up.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: She threw her hat on the ring for mayor.
Say: She threw her hat into the ring for mayor.
The fixed image uses 'into the ring', not 'on the ring'.
Don't confuse it
Other ways to say it
Try to get elected
Which regionAmericanBritish
run for officeEspecially American: compete for an elected public position.
throw your hat in the ringYou're here · Used in both UK and US English: announce that you will compete, in an election or for a job, prize or competition.
stand for electionEspecially British: compete as a candidate in an election.