as in throwing
to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally
throw down the gun, and put your hands up
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Recent Examples of throwing down
Wearing a flowing purple muumuu, Monaleo gets to throwing down a soul food dinner for the whole family.
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Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 30 Oct. 2025
Hachimura finished with 23 points on 10-of-13 shooting, throwing down multiple alley-oops during a third quarter the Laker won 40-31.
—Khobi Price, Oc Register, 25 Oct. 2025
On Instagram, Hogan posted a few videos throwing down tracks in the recording studio.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2025
But many stars didn't mind throwing down to celebrate with the Peacock Theater guests.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
When throwing down the sawdust is required, the Buffs have been left bloodied.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 30 Aug. 2025
John Kosko of Pro Football Focus named one issue for every quarterback in the NFL going into 2025, and for Love, Kosko identified his inaccuracy throwing down the field — specifically 10-plus yards — as his biggest problem.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
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
Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 30 Oct. 2025
Hachimura finished with 23 points on 10-of-13 shooting, throwing down multiple alley-oops during a third quarter the Laker won 40-31.
—Khobi Price, Oc Register, 25 Oct. 2025
On Instagram, Hogan posted a few videos throwing down tracks in the recording studio.
—Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 22 Sep. 2025
But many stars didn't mind throwing down to celebrate with the Peacock Theater guests.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2025
When throwing down the sawdust is required, the Buffs have been left bloodied.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 30 Aug. 2025
John Kosko of Pro Football Focus named one issue for every quarterback in the NFL going into 2025, and for Love, Kosko identified his inaccuracy throwing down the field — specifically 10-plus yards — as his biggest problem.
—Matthew Schmidt, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for throwing down
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After throwing the sandwich, Dunn ran off but was apprehended about a block away.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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People were throwing toilet paper rolls and full beer cans.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
5 Nov. 2025
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Antioxidants like beta-carotene can help lower inflammation,8 while high-fiber diets are recommended as a lifestyle change to assist in lowering cholesterol.—
Barbie Cervoni,
Verywell Health,
7 Nov. 2025
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In addition, the plan would establish a bipartisan committee to continue talks on lowering health care costs.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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Tu knows this season will look and feel a lot different for people this year (between the limited funds for gifts, traveling to see family and dropping money on once-a-year expenses).—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
7 Nov. 2025
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The Arizona transfer torched KU last year, shooting 7-for-11 from the field and dropping 19 points.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Throwing down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throwing%20down. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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