throw on

phrasal verb

threw on; thrown on; throwing on; throws on

: to quickly put on (a piece of clothing)

She threw on her coat and ran out the door.

Let me throw some shoes on.

: 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 Boone added that Stanton is doing all his hitting work and has run the bases. JT Brubaker, on a rehab assignment following Tommy John surgery, suffered an oblique injury in his last outing after an awkward throw on a fielding play. —

Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 14 July 2024 Not only can it be worn to the beach or running errands, it can easily be transitioned into the perfect fall staple with a turtleneck or simple jean jacket thrown on top. —

Marilyn La Jeunesse, Southern Living, 13 July 2024 Get all of your Malibu beach inspiration in a Miu Miu striped tee paired with Mango’s maxi skirt, and throw on streamlined yet luxe extras to complete the idea, like a Bottega Veneta clutch and sunnies, Alaïa raffia mules, and an unexpected dose of pearls from a Parachee necklace. —

Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 8 July 2024 For a casual barbecue or pool party, throw on a festive and colorful floral-print cap-sleeve dress. —

Cheryl Wagemann, Peoplemag, 7 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for throw on

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