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noun

ˈthrō-ˌin How to pronounce throw-in (audio)
Definition of throw-innext
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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verb

as in to kick in

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Recent Examples of throw-in
Noun
Como said at under-10 level, there will be no heading in training or matches, with throw-ins instead taken by passing the ball along the ground, and corners replaced by throws which are played on the floor. — Leon Imber, New York Times, 26 July 2026 There’s a thing in this league for wanting to be somewhere, for someone wanting you, not just some throw-in piece that people might think. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Verb
Brown was viewed as a throw in at the time of the trade. — Tony East, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 In addition to protecting you from wind and cooler temperatures, Quince’s version is also water-repellent, has a storm flap for ventilation, and is packable enough to throw in a bag without adding excess weight or taking up too much space. — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for throw-in
Recent Examples of Synonyms for throw-in
  1. bonus
  2. kick in
  3. gift
  4. give away
  5. dividend
  6. pitch in
  7. chip in
  8. present
Noun
  • All editions also benefit from pre-order bonuses that include open beta early access (on August 6), the Exfil weapon set, and Exfil Dom legendary character skin.
    — Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • One traveler may respond to bonus points, while another is more interested in an immediate price reduction.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of bonus
Verb
  • That fight or flight kicked in and all of the saliva in my mouth completely dried up.
    — Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 30 July 2026
  • Trading him before his 10-and-5 rights kicked in would have been difficult, even if the Jays took on a bad contract in return.
    — Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 30 July 2026
Definition of kick in
Noun
  • The Herald reported Whitaker’s statement on July 17 in a story that first disclosed the GMCVB’s ticket gift to Rodriguez through the commissioner’s political action committee, A Bolder Florida.
    — Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Reid’s constancy is one of the gifts that has led him to the pinnacle of the NFL as the fourth-winningest coach in league history.
    — Vahe Gregorian July 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
Definition of gift
Verb
  • Others, like Shim’s Be Blessed Catering & Food Trailer, have shown up with food, giving away over 1,000 sandwiches to flood survivors.
    — Alaa Elassar, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
  • Similar lawsuits are also ongoing in Arizona, New Jersey, and Michigan, prompting the agency to sell or give away seven of the warehouses, according to reporting by the New York Times.
    — Philip Wang, Time, 20 July 2026
Definition of give away
Noun
  • And in that time, dividends can be cut and stock prices can fall.
    — Catherine Brock, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Banijay Group received €801M from the deal, including a payment of €625M from RedBird IMI and a €176M pre-closing dividend.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 28 July 2026
Definition of dividend
Verb
  • Benge — a former two-way player who pitched in the same Oklahoma State rotation as Mets ace Nolan McLean — entered Friday with four outfield assists, tied for the ninth-most in the National League.
    — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Since Monday, neighbors have pitched in with fans, and the theater is accepting donations on its website.
    — Charlie De Mar, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of pitch in
Verb
  • Salting the Tomatoes for Sandwiches Tomato sandwiches are a staple lunch at grandma’s during summertime, and bored kiddos tend to love chipping in.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 July 2026
  • The department also plans to roll out benefits cards equipped with chips in the coming months.
    — Grant Lancaster, Arkansas Online, 27 July 2026
Definition of chip in
Verb
  • But if the opportunity presented itself, both actresses were game.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 22 July 2026
  • The interview, therefore, presents an opportunity to stand out in a sea of clones.
    — Cami Fateh, Vogue, 22 July 2026
Definition of present

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“Throw-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throw-in. Accessed 3 Aug. 2026.

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