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throw
The act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
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noun
The act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
“The catcher made a good throw to second base”
noun
A single chance or instance
“He couldn't afford $50 a throw”
noun
The maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
noun
Bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
noun
Casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
“He risked his fortune on a throw of the dice”
verb
Propel through the air
“Throw a frisbee”
verb
Move violently, energetically, or carelessly
“She threw herself forwards”
verb
To remove
“He shed his image as a pushy boss”
verb
Place or put with great energy
“She threw the blanket around the child”
verb
Convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
“Throw a glance”
verb
Cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
“Switch on the light”
verb
Put or send forth
“She threw the flashlight beam into the corner”
verb
To put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
“Jane threw dinner together”
verb
Cause to be confused emotionally
verb
Utter with force; utter vehemently
“Hurl insults”
verb
Organize or be responsible for
“Hold a reception”
verb
Make on a potter's wheel
“She threw a beautiful teapot”
verb
Cause to fall off
“The horse threw its inexperienced rider”
verb
Throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
“Throw a six”
verb
Be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
“These questions confuse even the experts”
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The catcher made a good throw to second base
He couldn't afford $50 a throw
He risked his fortune on a throw of the dice
Throw a frisbee
The rocket lofted the space shuttle into the air
She threw herself forwards
He shed his image as a pushy boss
Shed your clothes
She threw the blanket around the child
Thrust the money in the hands of the beggar
Throw a glance
She gave me a dirty look
Switch on the light
Throw the lever
She threw the flashlight beam into the corner
The setting sun threw long shadows
Cast a spell
Cast a warm light
Jane threw dinner together
Throw the car into reverse
Hurl insults
Throw accusations at someone
Hold a reception
Have, throw, or make a party
Give a course
She threw a beautiful teapot
The horse threw its inexperienced rider
Throw a six
These questions confuse even the experts
This question completely threw me
This question befuddled even the teacher
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