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noun

Definition of pitchnext
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as in dive
an act or instance of diving the daring pitch of the escaped prisoner into the swirling ocean waters at the base of the cliff

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as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon the steep pitch of the roof makes it too dangerous to walk on

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pitch

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verb

1
as in to erect
to fix in an upright position needed help pitching a tent

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as in to plunge
to cast oneself head first into deep water when a wave hit the float, I lost my balance and pitched into the lake

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as in to sway
to make a series of unsteady side-to-side motions the ship pitched in the choppy sea

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as in to throw
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm pitched the baseball almost 50 feet

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as in to dump
to get rid of as useless or unwanted we decided to pitch that whole system and start over again

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as in to promote
to provide publicity for the cutting-edge ad agency was hired to pitch our products to a younger generation of consumers

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as in to slope
to set or cause to be at an angle the roof should be pitched steeply enough to prevent an excessive accumulation of snow

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How is the word pitch distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of pitch are cast, fling, hurl, sling, throw, and toss. While all these words mean "to cause to move swiftly through space by a propulsive movement or a propelling force," pitch suggests throwing carefully at a target.

pitch horseshoes

When could cast be used to replace pitch?

The synonyms cast and pitch are sometimes interchangeable, but cast usually implies lightness in the thing thrown and sometimes a scattering.

cast it to the winds

When would fling be a good substitute for pitch?

The words fling and pitch can be used in similar contexts, but fling stresses a violent throwing.

flung the ring back in his face

In what contexts can hurl take the place of pitch?

Although the words hurl and pitch have much in common, hurl implies power as in throwing a massive weight.

hurled himself at the intruder

When is it sensible to use sling instead of pitch?

In some situations, the words sling and pitch are roughly equivalent. However, sling stresses either the use of whirling momentum in throwing or directness of aim.

slung the bag over his shoulder

Where would throw be a reasonable alternative to pitch?

The words throw and pitch are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, throw is general and interchangeable with the other terms but may specifically imply a distinctive motion with bent arm.

can throw a fastball and a curve

When can toss be used instead of pitch?

The meanings of toss and pitch largely overlap; however, toss suggests a light or careless or aimless throwing and may imply an upward motion.

tossed the coat on the bed

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Recent Examples of pitch
Noun
Produced by Global Citizen and curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, FIFA debuted its first-ever FIFA Club World Cup Final Halftime Show on a balmy Sunday (July 13) in the midst of Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain doing battle on the pitch. —Michael Saponara, Billboard, 14 July 2025 Just ask the 50-plus media members on the pitch at CPKC Stadium. —Kansas City Star, 13 July 2025
Verb
Trump has staked much of his political reputation on his handling of the economy, pitching himself as the leader who can slash household bills, put more money in Americans' pockets through lower taxes, and lift commerce into a new golden age. —Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 June 2025 At Mile End Stadium in 1996, a celebrity six-a-side tournament also featuring the likes of Jarvis Cocker and Robbie Williams pitched together the lead singers: Blur’s Damon Albarn playing in a blue Chelsea beanie hat, and Liam inevitably in a light blue bucket hat. —Michael Cox, New York Times, 29 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for pitch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pitch
  1. dive
  2. slope
  3. erect
  4. plunge
  5. sway
  6. throw
  7. dump
  8. promote
Noun
  • Hunting white sea bass can require up to 100 dives in a single day.
    — Mike Raabe, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2025
  • From crawfish boils in dive bars to drag brunches that'll make your wig spin, the city's serving up a spicy slice of Louisiana, Texas-style.
    — Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Definition of dive
Noun
  • The beach is wide enough to feel spacious even during high season, with volleyball courts, picnic areas, and a gentle slope into calm, swimmable waters.
    — AFAR Media, AFAR Media, 14 July 2025
  • What to Do on Bear Lake Merely looking at the water is only one way to enjoy majestic Bear Lake; it’s also known for incredible swimming, with several areas featuring a gradual slope that allows visitors to enter the water easily.
    — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
Definition of slope
Verb
  • Singularity or not, Silicon Valley has already erected a parallel universe.
    — Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 8 July 2025
  • The structures are erected every morning and disassembled every night.
    — Dado Galdieri, New York Times, 6 July 2025
Definition of erect
Verb
  • That sent the stock of America’s biggest credit score company plunging Tuesday.
    — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 8 July 2025
  • The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged as much as 447 points (down 1%), the S&P 500 shed 0.8%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite slipped 0.9% by midday trading.
    — Preston Fore, Fortune, 7 July 2025
Definition of plunge
Verb
  • Adding China as an intermediary during negotiations, however, might sway the outcome of current and ongoing diplomatic discussions.
    — Mark Temnycky, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
  • Ninety One’s analysis did nonetheless find a pick-up in sentiment toward U.K. businesses after years of selling pressure from active funds swayed by macro concerns.
    — Jenni Reid, CNBC, 9 July 2025
Definition of sway
Verb
  • However, if Lillard is planning to sign with a team this year and wants to land more than the minimum, that throws a wrench into the larger free-agent landscape.
    — Bryan Toporek, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
  • Starting pitcher Logan Webb #62 of the San Francisco Giants throws a warm-up pitch during the first inning of the MLB game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on September 24, 2024, in Phoenix, Arizona.
    — Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 July 2025
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  • Or, excuse me, that should read Lily’s dancer boyfriend, Diego, dumped her and her subsequent breakdown is one more thing for Charlotte to worry about.
    — Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 11 July 2025
  • The sand, pre-washed and compacted upon arrival, was dumped into an 18-inch wooden frame, with elements such as hospitality added to help remove debris from the air.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2025
Definition of dump
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  • Investigators found no evidence of a client list or blackmail scheme involving prominent individuals, contradicting years of speculation and conspiracy theories that both Patel and Bongino had previously promoted.
    — Adeola Adeosun Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 July 2025
  • Benson Boone has spent 2025 promoting his new album American Heart, which debuted on the Billboard charts just a few weeks ago.
    — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 12 July 2025
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