1
as in tossed
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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as in dropped
to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally
the attacker threw his victim to the ground
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Recent Examples of thrown
Eldest daughter Abby is recently divorced, and coming to grips with being a single mother, while Paige is an ambitious NYC publicist thrown completely out of her element in Wyoming.
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Cat Cardenas, Variety, 10 June 2026
In November 2024, five months into his third stint as Mexico’s national team coach, Aguirre was hit on the top of the head by a full can of beer thrown by a fan as the final whistle blew on a loss to Honduras in San Pedro Sula.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
During that incident, federal authorities said, two glass jars filled with a blue substance and food compost were thrown through the window at the provost's home.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 10 June 2026
But the past year’s changes have thrown that process into disarray.
—Remy Dou, The Conversation, 10 June 2026
Additional footage shows a cellphone being thrown before Schmidt runs after the individuals.
—Adam Sabes , Cb Cotton , Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
Moderate drinking was once thought to have benefits for the heart, but better research methods have thrown cold water on that idea.
—Laura Ungar, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
We are thrown into the story without preamble, after a government shadow agency called WARDEX, headed by Firth’s Noah Scanlon, has kidnapped Jane Blankenship (Eve Hewson) as a means of getting to her slippery boyfriend Daniel Kellner (O’Connor).
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
In eight seasons as the starting quarterback in Kansas City, Mahomes has finished in the top five league-wide for passes thrown from outside the pocket all but once.
—Sam McDowell 3, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Cat Cardenas, Variety, 10 June 2026
In November 2024, five months into his third stint as Mexico’s national team coach, Aguirre was hit on the top of the head by a full can of beer thrown by a fan as the final whistle blew on a loss to Honduras in San Pedro Sula.
—Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 10 June 2026
During that incident, federal authorities said, two glass jars filled with a blue substance and food compost were thrown through the window at the provost's home.
—Paula Wethington, CBS News, 10 June 2026
But the past year’s changes have thrown that process into disarray.
—Remy Dou, The Conversation, 10 June 2026
Additional footage shows a cellphone being thrown before Schmidt runs after the individuals.
—Adam Sabes , Cb Cotton , Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 10 June 2026
Moderate drinking was once thought to have benefits for the heart, but better research methods have thrown cold water on that idea.
—Laura Ungar, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
We are thrown into the story without preamble, after a government shadow agency called WARDEX, headed by Firth’s Noah Scanlon, has kidnapped Jane Blankenship (Eve Hewson) as a means of getting to her slippery boyfriend Daniel Kellner (O’Connor).
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2026
In eight seasons as the starting quarterback in Kansas City, Mahomes has finished in the top five league-wide for passes thrown from outside the pocket all but once.
—Sam McDowell 3, Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thrown
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The Astros nearly scored the go-ahead run when Yordan Alvarez tried to score on an overthrow, but Bachman was backing up the plate and tossed the ball to catcher Logan O’Hoppe in time to get him.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
11 June 2026
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If the toys aren’t in use or have seen their fair share of play, they can be tossed.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
10 June 2026
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Investigation traced equipment to officer's home According to the criminal complaint, the journalist suffered an injury while working at the protest and dropped a camera bag containing cameras and other equipment valued at roughly $10,000.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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Thin ties dropped from the neckline of the bohemian-leaning silhouette, giving the dress a slightly undone finish against the high-shine black heels.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
6 June 2026
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On June 2, the A Simple Favor actress shared a photo of her husband Ryan Reynolds holding a mini tan Hermès Kelly bag slung over one shoulder.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
9 June 2026
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The bridle leather handles are also on the longer side, so the bag can be slung over the shoulder.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
9 June 2026
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The retirement age was first set at 70, then lowered to 65, chosen so that the first national pension system could offer generous benefits and cost the state virtually nothing.—
Jon Sabes,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
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Lululemon Athletica — Shares sank 9% after the athleisure company lowered its full-year earnings and revenue guidance , citing headwinds.—
Davis Giangiulio,
CNBC,
5 June 2026
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When police tried to close the park, crowds hurled bricks, bottles, rocks, sticks, chairs and other debris, the Tribune reported.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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Game 1 of the NBA Finals was a rowdy one, between a fan crashing the court to take a selfie with Spurs star Victor Wembanyama and an investigation launched by the NBA after an attendee hurled crude remarks at Brunson.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
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On Sunday, Israel launched airstrikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs.—
Jon Gambrell,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
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Tensions have remained high since the ceasefire, and the two sides have launched attacks on each other multiple times in recent weeks.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Sennott, 30, appeared alongside Hacks star Hannah Einbinder, Saturday Night Live cast member Ashley Padilla, Keke Palmer, and Abbott Elementary star Quinta Brunson on The Hollywood Reporter's Comedy Actresses Roundtable.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Massive drills of Russia’s nuclear forces earlier this month and a series of belligerent statements from Moscow warning Kyiv’s European allies about possible retaliation for what the Kremlin cast as their involvement in Ukrainian drone attacks have underlined Putin’s intention to up the ante.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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Huang pitched herself as the true progressive in the race, saying Raman had drifted too close to the middle during her time on council.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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Freeland, 33, had just pitched 1,313 1/3 major league innings, all in a Rockies uniform, surpassing Aaron Cook (1,312 1/3) for the franchise record.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
8 June 2026
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“Thrown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrown. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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