(idiomatic) To defy convention; to do something in a manner that is unusual or out of the ordinary.

(idiomatic) In a difficult situation or tight spot; at a disadvantage.

(colloquial, idiomatic, dated) To dress up; to make a show of wealth and/or importance; to be pretentious.

(idiomatic) Destined or fated to happen; predicted or foreseen.

(idiomatic) Of a candidate: potential or likely; worthy of consideration. / (idiomatic) Of a competitor or contestant: still eligible and able to win.

(idiomatic) From the very beginning; from the outset; immediately upon starting.

Running away, usually from the police; on the run.

(vulgar, uncommon, Canada) To avoid work; to make it appear as if one is working. / (vulgar, uncommon) To make a horrible or catastrophic mistake; to screw the pooch.

(idiomatic) Very loudly; as loudly as (vocally) possible.

(cricket) To get out by deliberately obstructing a fielder in order to prevent him from making a catch or run out, or from gathering the ball (very rare).