(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.

(idiomatic) To reveal one's true intentions, beliefs, feelings, or other previously concealed facts about one's situation; to speak frankly.

To imagine, and empathize with, someone's circumstances.

Alternative form of put one's house in order

(literally) To clean and arrange in an orderly manner the furnishings and other contents of one's house.

Synonym of test the waters

(idiomatic) To prepare for celebration or rejoicing; to put oneself in a positive frame of mind.

(idiomatic) Synonym of bury one's head in the sand

(idiomatic) To put a stop to, suppress; to reject.

To begin an undertaking.