1
as in tossing
to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm
threw a life preserver to the drowning man
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2
as in lowering
to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally
the attacker threw his victim to the ground
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Recent Examples of throwing
With Brubaker already capable of throwing multiple innings, Lucchesi’s presence in this specific bullpen may be a bit redundant.
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Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026
The incident is the latest in a years-long and growing trend of concertgoers throwing objects at artists during live performances.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 15 Mar. 2026
For the spring, throwing fastballs at 96 mph, Curvelo has a 10-to-0 strikeout-to-walk ratio.
—Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 15 Mar. 2026
That’s a model many school, presumably, would want to emulate rather than try to quick fix a program by throwing money at transfers.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 15 Mar. 2026
Bullseye, true to its name, is an axe-throwing speakeasy (limited to ages 13 and up).
—Kinsey Gidick, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
His mentor was known for throwing pans and plates.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
The war's devastation has spilled across the region, throwing it into upheaval and leaving many questioning when the conflict will end and how much more will be lost.
—Ava Berger, NPR, 14 Mar. 2026
Brown was included on the Cubs’ National League Division Series roster and appeared in one game, throwing two scoreless inning in their Game 1 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 15 Mar. 2026
The incident is the latest in a years-long and growing trend of concertgoers throwing objects at artists during live performances.
—Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 15 Mar. 2026
For the spring, throwing fastballs at 96 mph, Curvelo has a 10-to-0 strikeout-to-walk ratio.
—Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 15 Mar. 2026
That’s a model many school, presumably, would want to emulate rather than try to quick fix a program by throwing money at transfers.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 15 Mar. 2026
Bullseye, true to its name, is an axe-throwing speakeasy (limited to ages 13 and up).
—Kinsey Gidick, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026
His mentor was known for throwing pans and plates.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
The war's devastation has spilled across the region, throwing it into upheaval and leaving many questioning when the conflict will end and how much more will be lost.
—Ava Berger, NPR, 14 Mar. 2026
Brown was included on the Cubs’ National League Division Series roster and appeared in one game, throwing two scoreless inning in their Game 1 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers.
—Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for throwing
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Cornhole toss Set up the sturdy cornhole boards and get to tossing the eight all-weather regulation bean bags.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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So was Korea’s top pitcher in pool play, tossing five innings of one-run ball over two appearances (one start).—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
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In fact, the American College of Sports Medicine identifies gait as neuromotor training — a key component of overall fitness because of its role in supporting functional movement and lowering injury risk.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
12 Mar. 2026
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Washington — The Senate approved a package of bills aimed at lowering housing costs on Thursday, the most sweeping housing legislation in decades and a rare point of bipartisan consensus in an election year, with the issue of affordability top of mind for many voters.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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Innovation is essential, but hurling attacks based on no evidence or disputed by facts, is unfair, and unjust.—
Stanley S. Litow,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
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At least 54 arrested after allegedly blocking roads, hurling rocks in anti-ICE unrest.—
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FOXNews.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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The Mean Green struggled late in the season, dropping their last two games.—
Brett Vito Mar 13,
Dallas Morning News,
14 Mar. 2026
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The Showtime content was integrated into the top subscription tier, Paramount+ Showtime, which was recently rebranded as Paramount Premium, dropping the Showtime name.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
13 Mar. 2026
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Visit in April to experience the Mullet Toss at the Flora-Bama, a giant party on the beach that involves flinging fish.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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The front of Adams’s car collided with the front of the scooter, violently flinging the scooter and Acevedo into the air, the Sheriff’s Office said.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Feb. 2026
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The soccer ball-slinging TikTok star will play the series regular role of Luke, a rookie lifeguard who comes from a family of firefighters.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
9 Mar. 2026
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There's something undeniably powerful about carrying your bag rather than slinging it over your shoulder.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
4 Mar. 2026
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Three teenagers have also been charged in the shooting, including a 15-year-old who, in July 2024, was ordered to serve a term at a state facility for youths after admitting to the charges of unlawful use of a weapon and knowingly discharging or firing a firearm at a person.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
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The United Arab Emirates said early Wednesday that its air defenses were firing at incoming Iranian fire.—
DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Throwing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throwing. Accessed 17 Mar. 2026.
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