(idiomatic) To exercise influence or authority, especially to an excessive degree or in an objectionable manner.

(idiomatic) To announce one's candidacy in a contest

Alternative form of throw one's hat in the ring

Synonym of kick someone out of bed

Alternative form of put one's name in the hat

(idiomatic) To criticize others when one have similar weaknesses oneself.

(idiomatic) To sacrifice something of little value in the hope of gaining something better.

(idiomatic) To delude or deceive someone.

Synonym of cast something in someone's teeth

(idiomatic) Synonym of throw a spanner into the works