as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
anyone who buys a book today will get a bookmark as a throw-in
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as in to kick in
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Recent Examples of throw in
Suzette Hackney, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Might as well throw in the matching kids’ stool.
—Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
Matt Slater, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Between Bellinger, superstar Aaron Judge, and Trent Grisham, who arrived as a throw-in in the Soto trade the Yankees made with the San Diego Padres, the outfield has thrived all year.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Maybe throw in some stellar skiing spots.
—Suzette Hackney, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Might as well throw in the matching kids’ stool.
—Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
That test does not come around until October 25, by which point the league will have remembered how to defend long throw-ins or Brentford will be in Champions League contention.
—Matt Slater, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Between Bellinger, superstar Aaron Judge, and Trent Grisham, who arrived as a throw-in in the Soto trade the Yankees made with the San Diego Padres, the outfield has thrived all year.
—Jackson Roberts, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for throw in
Noun
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As a bonus, the cotton bag is machine washable for easy cleaning.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Sep. 2025
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This sign has among the best gardening skills, so Brown believes a tequila infused with herbs, vegetables, or botanicals (bonus points if these help cut down on food waste) would align.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Fujiwhara effect kicked in, and Hinnamnor and the depression interacted and rotated until the typhoon devoured the depression.—
Mary Gilbert,
CNN Money,
25 Sep. 2025
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But by the time the ban was slated to finally kick in, many of those same lawmakers had changed their tune following popular discontent over the looming loss of the app.—
Angela Yang,
NBC news,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Jones’ dedication, paired with his physical gifts as a dual-threat QB, convinced the Colts to take a swing on him in free agency.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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From cozy home upgrades for fall to viral wellness finds and festive Advent calendars, the season’s top gifts are already trending—and selling fast.—
Kasey Caminiti,
USA Today,
24 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Keeping her word, Adriana is initially on her best behavior, especially with Kiki, who pulls Adriana to apologize for putting a math equation on her birthday cake that gave away her age.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
26 Sep. 2025
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Even the clearest object can be given away by reflections of light from the surface.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Three times, including last year, Alaskans received an energy relief payment along with their dividends, according to the state.—
Becky Bohrer,
Fortune,
28 Sep. 2025
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Palace are continuing to enjoy the dividends from his investment in them.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Muncy was on the IL with a rib injury and a knee injury this season and has been hit by pitches in the head and wrist recently.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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Slaten entered Friday having pitched in the seventh inning or later in 32 of his 35 appearances this season.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The fun is getting everyone to chip in and seeing what kind of flavors everyone brings to the table.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
27 Sep. 2025
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City, county and university officials each chipped in $50,000 for installation, maintenance and the materials needed for the sign.—
Leo Bertucci,
Louisville Courier Journal,
27 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The plan ultimately will be presented to the Wilson County Planning Commission and the County Commission for adoption.—
Andy Humbles,
Nashville Tennessean,
25 Sep. 2025
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Each side will be allowed 20 minutes to present its arguments, which will be streamed live on the Arkansas Judiciary website, according to a notice by the office of the clerk.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Throw in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throw%20in. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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