throw on

phrasal verb

threw on; thrown on; throwing on; throws on

1

: to quickly put on (a piece of clothing)

She threw on her coat and ran out the door.

Let me throw some shoes on.

2

: to cause (something) to work by moving a switch

He threw on the lights.

Examples of throw on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Simply throw on your favorite coat, sneakers or boots, and accessorize with your favorite statement sunglasses. —Taylor Jean Stephan, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024

This style could be added to your wardrobe for other major events, dinners, or gatherings. Strapless Gowns Strapless gowns are one of the easiest styles to throw on and not think too much about. —Essence, 9 Apr. 2024

Two more miscues followed in the third with first baseman Ryan Noda throwing the ball away on an infield hit by Valdez and starter Joe Boyle making a wild throw on a pickoff attempt at second base. —Josh Dubow, The Mercury News, 2 Apr. 2024

Yet, prepare for even more to be thrown on your plate! —Kyle Thomas, Peoplemag, 7 Apr. 2024

Soldiers threw on body armor and helmets, raced to their howitzer and set about firing. —Andrew E. Kramer, New York Times, 5 Apr. 2024

For the day, try a pair of white or blue jeans and sneakers, and for the night, throw on a blazer and heels for a business dinner or casual girl’s night. —Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 5 Apr. 2024

Belt it and pair it with heels for an elevated look, or throw on a pair of stylish tennis shoes for a laidback day of exploring. —Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 23 Mar. 2024

Each color of the dyes thrown on Holi has a specific meaning. —The Arizona Republic, 21 Mar. 2024