write oneself into a corner

adorn oneself with borrowed plumes

To claim the honor of another for oneself.

apply oneself

Synonym of strive: to work hard, to complete an activity with good effort and focus.

around the corner

Imminent; very soon.

be oneself

To behave or act naturally, without regard to how this behavior is perceived by others.

bear oneself

To behave and conduct oneself in a particular manner.

box oneself into a corner

To create a predicament or problem for oneself; to do something that leaves one with no good alternatives or solutions.

buy a dog and bark oneself

To do something that one has hired someone else to do.

carry oneself

To move, especially emphasizing the manner in which one moves.