(idiomatic, transitive) To recover from an unpleasant or traumatic experience; to overcome a negative feeling, especially anger, resentment, or grief.

(idiomatic, colloquial) suddenly, out of the blue.

(idiomatic) To behave in an offensive, burdensome, or tiresome manner, with the result that one's continued presence is unwanted within a residence, commercial establishment, or social group.

(idiomatic) proudly, with pride

(idiomatic) To hope for the best, to show support.

(figuratively) To dance. / (idiomatic) To relax; to enjoy oneself; to do as one pleases. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see kick, up, one's, heels.

Alternative form of put one's name in the hat

Alternative form of throw one's hat in the ring

Alternative form of put one's name in the hat

(idiomatic) To run in an election or to nominate oneself for consideration in some other selection process; to nominate someone other than oneself for such consideration.