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
Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
The Giants tied for the ninth-most flags (122) thrown against them in 2022, tied for 10th with 123 flags thrown in 2023, and ranked 11th last year with 134 flags thrown, according to NFLPenalties.com.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 31 July 2025
Liam Tharme, New York Times, 11 July 2025
The Loons scored two goals — one apiece on a free kick and a long throw-in — to propel its 2-1 win over FC Dallas on Friday at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 5 July 2025
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Noun
Harvey has thrown in just nine games this season and is currently on the injured list with a right teres major strain, which has limited his availability this season.
—Hunter Mulholland, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 July 2025
The Giants tied for the ninth-most flags (122) thrown against them in 2022, tied for 10th with 123 flags thrown in 2023, and ranked 11th last year with 134 flags thrown, according to NFLPenalties.com.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 31 July 2025
Verb
Come the resulting throw-in, PSG then squeeze up and press.
—Liam Tharme, New York Times, 11 July 2025
The Loons scored two goals — one apiece on a free kick and a long throw-in — to propel its 2-1 win over FC Dallas on Friday at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for throw in
Noun
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Boston is paying a $5 million signing bonus and has a $30 million club option for 2034, when Anthony will be just thirty years old.—
Dan Freedman,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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They will each be entitled to an annual bonus targeted at $1.5 million each.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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New Trump tariffs come into force worldwide US President Donald Trump’s global tariffs kicked in, reshaping international commerce by instituting levies on imports from friend and foe alike.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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From 'Wow' To Data: The Box As A Sensor When someone sees a box or other package come to life in their palm, curiosity kicks in.—
Anna Belova,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Find boutique fashion at Pink Threads, consignment clothing at Valerie’s Loft, and home goods and other gift items at The Cardinal’s Nest. Hike at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park The scenery at San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park is second to none.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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Completion can unlock tier upgrades or limited-edition gifts, deepening connection and prestige.—
Charisma Glassman,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The 2024 comic book collaboration was so popular that this year the U.S. Open is giving away 40,000 comic books.—
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Kroger will honor teachers during the back-to-school season by giving away free wellness kits at Dallas Fort Worth pharmacy locations this week until Aug. 17.—
Ella Gonzales,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Paradoxically, Aramco is key to Saudi efforts to wean itself off oil: The company’s dividends power Riyadh’s $1.15 trillion sovereign wealth fund, which plays a growing role in the domestic economy, and future stock sales could accelerate that effort.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Indeed, studying a company's past dividend history can be of good help in judging whether the most recent dividend is likely to continue.—
Dividend Channel,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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And in all of those areas, Ober, who was rocked for 30 runs in 30 innings pitched in June before going on the injured list, was pleased.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
4 Aug. 2025
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Megill threw about 22 pitches in live BP on Sunday at Citi Field.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
3 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The deal recently struck between the Trump administration and Nvidia will allow the company to obtain the export licenses and begin the sale of chips in China, a White House official said.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
11 Aug. 2025
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Lazaro Estrada and Easton Lucas have chipped in up-and-down outings when needed.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
Verb
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In the photoshoot, Kelce presents a stereotypical (and exaggerated) embodiment of masculinity — he is dressed in full fur, construction vests and wrangles alligators.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
16 Aug. 2025
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Last month, detectives presented the results of their investigation to the Contra Costa County District Attorney’s Office, which filed charges against the driver of the minivan, police said.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
16 Aug. 2025
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