as in bonuses
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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Recent Examples of throw-ins
To speed up play, referees can institute a five-second visual countdown on goal kicks and throw-ins.
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Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026
The countdown applies to throw-ins, with the punishment being a throw-in to the opposition from the same spot.
—Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 31 May 2026
Tim Reynolds, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2026
The countdown applies to throw-ins, with the punishment being a throw-in to the opposition from the same spot.
—Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for throw-ins
Noun
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At the press conference, Rutte issued a stern warning to young Russians considering taking advantage of generous bonuses for military recruits.—
Max Grinstein,
The Washington Examiner,
3 June 2026
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Pre-orders are available now for the Standard and Deluxe Editions, with digital pre-order bonuses available for the Standard Edition and additional bonus content included in the Deluxe Edition.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
3 June 2026
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Given how high the market has gone, dividends can provide a more predictable return, said Clarfeld, portfolio manager of the firm's dividend strategy.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
1 June 2026
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Peraza said he’s been working on handling breaking balls from right-handers in the cage, and that’s paid dividends in games.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
31 May 2026
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Graduation is a huge milestone that calls for celebration and fanfare — and of course, gifts.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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Let’s take a look at the best unique gifts your dad will love this Father’s Day.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
3 June 2026
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“Throw-ins.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throw-ins. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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