throwing in

Definition of throwing innext
present participle of throw in

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for throwing in
Verb
  • As the FanDuel Sports Network RSNs begin the process of winding down, Manfred’s push to collectivize the local rights for each MLB franchise is kicking in at a sadly fortuitous moment.
    Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 18 Mar. 2026
  • The effects were fast, often kicking in within a week of the experiment and lasting up to 11 weeks.
    Julia Ries Wexler, Outside, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Remy just became an Israeli citizen with the hope of joining the national softball team and pitching in the 2028 Olympic Games.
    Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 26 Mar. 2026
  • Hurlbut said neighbors are pitching in to cover attorneys’ fees.
    Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • In addition, Sharks point guard Dallas Graziani also played all 40 minutes, chipping in with 12 points, three assists and three steals.
    Walter Villa, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
  • Dotson added 13 points for Birdville with Brandon Lohmann chipping in 11.
    Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Without giving away major spoilers, the video game actors behind the duo can’t share much about how the story ends, other than what their personal experiences were playing Max (Hannah Telle) and Chloe (Rhianna DeVries) for ostensibly the last time.
    Jennifer Maas, Variety, 24 Mar. 2026
  • Xi is not giving away structural advantages permanently.
    Ram Charan, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2026
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“Throwing in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throwing%20in. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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