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.
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Lightweight, flowy, and with a fun pattern, the dress can be thrown on for running errands, work, or a casual lunch date.
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Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 24 June 2025
As someone who loves brunching I can attest to how having a variety of looks ready to throw on is the quickest way to head out for a reservation.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 19 June 2025
Shortstop Trevor Story made a terrific jump throw on a ball deep in the third-base hole to open the sixth inning.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 12 June 2025
An easy outfit to throw on for a long flight, a road trip, or just while lounging at home, the two-piece set takes all the work out of having to plan a whole look.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 5 June 2025
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Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 24 June 2025
As someone who loves brunching I can attest to how having a variety of looks ready to throw on is the quickest way to head out for a reservation.
—Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 19 June 2025
Shortstop Trevor Story made a terrific jump throw on a ball deep in the third-base hole to open the sixth inning.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 12 June 2025
An easy outfit to throw on for a long flight, a road trip, or just while lounging at home, the two-piece set takes all the work out of having to plan a whole look.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for throw on
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“Throw on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/throw%20on. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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