(idiomatic) Synonym of strive: to apply oneself.

(idiomatic) To explain one's ideas and opinions clearly so that another person can understand them and get a picture of your personality.

(figuratively, idiomatic) To put one's foot in one's mouth.

(idiomatic) To advertise oneself as a prostitute.

(transitive, idiomatic) To deceive, trick, or fool (someone), especially by concealing something.

(informal) To behave in a brave or stoic manner.

To make oneself visible or noticeable in a place; to make an appearance. / (archaic) To make a special effort; to exert oneself, or go out of one's way. / (informal) To be sexually promiscuous.

To assault. / To interfere with. / To obtain or find. / Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see put, hands.

(transitive, idiomatic) To make a strenuous effort to do (something); to put one's back into (something).

(idiomatic) (transitive with on or over) To change or influence (something) in a way that demonstrates one's style or abilities; to make a lasting impression on.