throwing Meaning, Definition & Usage
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verb propel through the air
throw.
- throw a frisbee
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verb move violently, energetically, or carelessly
throw.
- She threw herself forwards
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verb get rid of
shake off; shed; throw away; throw off; drop; cast off; cast; throw.
- he shed his image as a pushy boss
- shed your clothes
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verb place or put with great energy
thrust; throw.
- She threw the blanket around the child
- thrust the money in the hands of the beggar
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verb convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
throw; give.
- Throw a glance
- She gave me a dirty look
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verb cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
switch; throw; flip.
- switch on the light
- throw the lever
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verb put or send forth
project; cast; contrive; throw.
- She threw the flashlight beam into the corner
- The setting sun threw long shadows
- cast a spell
- cast a warm light
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verb to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
throw.
- Jane threw dinner together
- throw the car into reverse
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verb cause to be confused emotionally
bemuse; throw; bewilder; discombobulate.
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verb utter with force; utter vehemently
throw; hurl.
- hurl insults
- throw accusations at someone
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verb organize or be responsible for
make; hold; throw; have; give.
- hold a reception
- have, throw, or make a party
- give a course
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verb make on a potter's wheel
throw.
- she threw a beautiful teapot
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verb cause to fall off
throw.
- The horse threw its inexperienced rider
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verb throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
throw.
- Throw a six
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verb be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
bedevil; discombobulate; confuse; fox; confound; befuddle; fuddle; throw.
- These questions confuse even the experts
- This question completely threw me
- This question befuddled even the teacher
WordNet
Throw"ing
Definitions
a. & n. from Throw , v.