throw down

as in to throw
to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally throw down the gun, and put your hands up

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Recent Examples of throw down The real test is whether Modi can stop someone from banging the table, throwing down their fork, and storming out. Spriha Srivastava, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2025 Parker brought a unique blend to the court, throwing down dunks and slinging 3-pointers with a versatility that was well-matched for the league’s shift toward the perimeter. Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025 The final shot shows Paul going down the stairs and out of frame, where Hall stood ready with a pad to throw down for the actor to land on. Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 25 Aug. 2025 There are going to be guys getting thrown down, rolled up into our ankles. Cam Inman, Mercury News, 14 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for throw down
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  • While much of last season was a lost cause due to Tua Tagovailoa being injured, the Dolphins still aren't throwing the ball downfield.
    Drew VonScio, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Or, take after Aniston by throwing them on with flip-flops and a basic T-shirt.
    Averi Baudler, People.com, 9 Sep. 2025
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  • The best way to protect yourself during an earthquake is to drop, cover and hold on, officials say.
    CA Earthquake Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 Sep. 2025
  • Alcaraz is averaging fewer than 10 games dropped per match, and his 6-4, 7-6(4), 6-2 victory was his second-closest encounter so far.
    Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2025

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“Throw down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throw%20down. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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