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as in dismissing
to drive or force out
the player was thrown out of the game after assaulting the ref
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2
as in dumping
to get rid of as useless or unwanted
would you mind if I threw out that leftover pizza that's been in the fridge for two weeks?
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as in radiating
to throw or give off
the charcoal grill is throwing out big billows of black smoke
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as in refusing
to show unwillingness to accept, do, engage in, or agree to
he'll throw out any acting offers that don't meet his standards
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Recent Examples of throwing out
Speaking at Polar Park prior to throwing out the ceremonial first pitch for the WooSox’s season opener, the seven-time Cy Young Award winner was asked about the post.
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Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
The Yankees scored their first two runs of the day on Ben Rice’s two-run double off right-hander Tyler Mahle in the third, but Ramos prevented New York from taking on a third run in the frame by throwing out Rice at the plate to end the inning.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
Winter can be tough on houseplants, but don't go throwing out a dead-looking plant just yet.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 21 Feb. 2026
But talking loudly and throwing out numbers that give the impression of action without many of these actions taking place are not what a respectable leader does.
—Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Conservative appeals courts have signaled skepticism of some trial judges’ rulings, with appellate courts throwing out injunctions as overly broad and vague, suggesting judicial restraint regarding the scope of limitations on executive immigration authority.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
And then — a half-inning after Rojas’ throw — almost the same scenario played out in the top of the 10th, with Andrés Giménez throwing out Mookie Betts to (for the time being) keep the Dodgers from taking the lead.
—Levi Weaver, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
It has been played at multiple Dodger games, and Lamar is known for representing the city of Los Angeles, throwing out the first pitch at a Dodger game before and sporting their signature baseball cap.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Mila Kunis rocked her Dodgers jersey after throwing out the first pitch at a game where the team was facing off against the Colorado Rockies back in 2018.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 29 Mar. 2026
The Yankees scored their first two runs of the day on Ben Rice’s two-run double off right-hander Tyler Mahle in the third, but Ramos prevented New York from taking on a third run in the frame by throwing out Rice at the plate to end the inning.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 29 Mar. 2026
Winter can be tough on houseplants, but don't go throwing out a dead-looking plant just yet.
—Alexandra Jones, The Spruce, 21 Feb. 2026
But talking loudly and throwing out numbers that give the impression of action without many of these actions taking place are not what a respectable leader does.
—Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026
Conservative appeals courts have signaled skepticism of some trial judges’ rulings, with appellate courts throwing out injunctions as overly broad and vague, suggesting judicial restraint regarding the scope of limitations on executive immigration authority.
—Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
And then — a half-inning after Rojas’ throw — almost the same scenario played out in the top of the 10th, with Andrés Giménez throwing out Mookie Betts to (for the time being) keep the Dodgers from taking the lead.
—Levi Weaver, New York Times, 2 Nov. 2025
It has been played at multiple Dodger games, and Lamar is known for representing the city of Los Angeles, throwing out the first pitch at a Dodger game before and sporting their signature baseball cap.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2025
Mila Kunis rocked her Dodgers jersey after throwing out the first pitch at a game where the team was facing off against the Colorado Rockies back in 2018.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for throwing out
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Minnesota public universities can continue to offer in-state tuition and scholarships to some immigrants in the country without legal status, a federal judge ruled on Friday, dismissing a lawsuit filed by the Department of Justice last summer that attempted to halt the programs.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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While widely dismissing the appeal, the Court also referred preliminary questions to the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) regarding certain aspects of the obligation mechanism, leaving the legal debate open.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
27 Mar. 2026
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Prosecutors argue that Duckett was a monster in disguise who abused the badge and brutally raped and killed Teresa before dumping her body in a lake.—
Amanda Lee Myers,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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And companies have been dumping money into the market to try to win customers and show them how AI is useful in everyday life - in particular, for buying stuff.—
John Ruwitch,
NPR,
30 Mar. 2026
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There’s a bohemian vibe radiating from Serena & Lily’s Kittery rug, but the rigid grid motif lends the design some structure, a detail that can appeal to more formal design personalities.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2026
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Grayson is a strong and beautiful presence, radiating warmth, humor, and style, and sporting a wide range of talents.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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In addition to the DUI, Woods faces additional charges for refusing the urine test.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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He was jailed on a count of DUI after refusing to take a urine test, which carries an additional charge.—
Jessica Schladebeck,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2026
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Republicans swept the 2024 election, placing Trump back in the White House and ejecting Democrats from any control of Congress.—
Garrett Downs,
CNBC,
2 Apr. 2026
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Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, and Dominik Mysterio have all remained active in prominent storylines, with the group also going through the significant development of ejecting Finn Balor from the faction in recent weeks.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Mar. 2026
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On Tuesday, the coyote bit a young child twice in front of their home as family members were unloading their car.—
Chelsea Hylton,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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According to the Carson station, the child was bitten twice while family members were unloading a vehicle.—
Paris Barraza,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
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Or at least, that’s the takeaway the governing Labour Party seems to have settled on, casting renewables as more insulated to oil price shocks.—
Natasha Bracken,
semafor.com,
2 Apr. 2026
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McClarnon joined other actors in a group called the American Indian Registry for the Performing Arts, where casting agents would come to find Native talent.—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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The same year, an appeals court said a lawsuit against Snapchat over a speed filter feature involved in deadly car crashes could proceed, rejecting the company's argument that the case should be thrown out on Section 230 grounds.—
Shannon Bond,
NPR,
3 Apr. 2026
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Union leaders said negotiations have stalled for months, and are accusing BP of rejecting their proposals on jobs, pay, and safety.—
Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Throwing out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throwing%20out. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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