Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for threw in
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The tech firms gave away cars, shopping vouchers, and even cash to increase AI app engagement around Lunar New Year.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
23 Feb. 2026 -
The Hope Florida Foundation quickly gave away all $10 million to two groups that donated nearly all of it to a political committee controlled by DeSantis’ then-chief of staff, current Attorney General James Uthmeier.—
Lawrence Mower,
Miami Herald,
23 Feb. 2026
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Right now, tree pollen, especially oak, elm and ash have kicked in and are at high or very high levels when combined.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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The city kicked in $8 million in tax credits, grants, and loans, buying the land and demolishing the building that had stood on it.—
Bryce Covert,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Feb. 2026
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Sheldon Williams pitched in with 12 points and nine rebounds, while D'Avian Houston scored 10.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Villagers pitched in to butcher the whales.—
Scott Haugen,
Outdoor Life,
4 Feb. 2026
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Nikola Vucevic replaced Queta and chipped in a turnaround jumper, a tip-in, a pair of free throws and a slick pass to set up a Scheierman layup.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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Addy Brown chipped in with 11 points and seven rebounds.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
23 Feb. 2026
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The initial design plan that was presented at the commission meeting does include a 25-foot native tree and landscape buffer that is meant to act as a physical barrier.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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The latest Milken Educator Award was presented to a middle and high school teacher at a private school in Bel Air, making her one of two instructors in the state of California to receive the award this year, along with a $25,000 cash prize.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
24 Feb. 2026
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The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Nielsen's remarks and has not said what vessel was sent to Greenland or provided details about its status or location.—
Francesca Chambers,
USA Today,
23 Feb. 2026
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Robert Taylor provided the cross to set up the 2-1 lead.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
22 Feb. 2026
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Bolles made toy cars to be donated to children in Mexico, delivered personally by a local Santa Claus.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
24 Feb. 2026
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Yurii Tsybukh, Iryna’s younger brother, recently raised and donated more than $3,000 to continue a university scholarship in her name.—
Daria Kolomiec,
Time,
24 Feb. 2026
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Several members of Kiwanis International volunteered their time to help Wilson with painting, cleaning and spreading mulch at the hut.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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At age 17, Buddy volunteered to defend America in World War II, serving in the Pacific under the great General Douglas MacArthur.—
TIME Staff,
Time,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Threw in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/threw%20in. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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