Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thrown in
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Right now, tree pollen, especially oak, elm and ash have kicked in and are at high or very high levels when combined.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026 -
The city kicked in $8 million in tax credits, grants, and loans, buying the land and demolishing the building that had stood on it.—
Bryce Covert,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Feb. 2026
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Ahead of last week's Michigan State series, Schlossnagle expressed regret that freshmen Brett Crossland and Brody Walls and transfer Haiden Leffew had not yet pitched in a real-game situation since two of the Longhorns' four games to that point had been shortened.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
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Sheldon Williams pitched in with 12 points and nine rebounds, while D'Avian Houston scored 10.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Laila Williams finished with 11 points, while Katelyn Jones chipped in with six assists.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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Gal Raviv led Miami in scoring with 11 points, while Ahnay Adams chipped in 10 points and added two steals.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2026
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While both candidates occupied the party’s progressive flank, Talarico presented himself as a Democrat who could speak the language of faith and values to voters who have drifted rightward in recent years.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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If the staff determines that a building is eligible, the staff’s recommendation must be presented before the Historic Preservation Commission for a public hearing within 45 days of receipt of the demolition application.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
3 Mar. 2026
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This means Scott, having given away $26 billion, can afford to do so again.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
26 Feb. 2026
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And Calvin Coolidge’s fox terrier, Peter Pan, ripped the skirt off of a woman, and was eventually given away to Coolidge’s secretary.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
26 Feb. 2026
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The robot was unveiled officially on February 24, 2026, and donated to the National Fire Agency.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Mar. 2026
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Campaign contributions flowed from its founders and board to Republican candidates each cycle, although Jones once held fundraisers for President Barack Obama and often donated to both parties.—
Michael Adno,
Rolling Stone,
3 Mar. 2026
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However, no official confirmation has been provided to support that claim.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Mar. 2026
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The casualty figures provided by either side could not be independently confirmed.—
MUNIR AHMED,
Arkansas Online,
1 Mar. 2026
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Several members of Kiwanis International volunteered their time to help Wilson with painting, cleaning and spreading mulch at the hut.—
Julie Gallant,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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At age 17, Buddy volunteered to defend America in World War II, serving in the Pacific under the great General Douglas MacArthur.—
TIME Staff,
Time,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Thrown in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrown%20in. Accessed 5 Mar. 2026.
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