THROWS Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

throws 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of throw

as in tosses

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 drops

to cause to fall intentionally or unintentionally the attacker threw his victim to the ground

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throws

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noun

plural of throw

as in gambles

a risky undertaking a desperate throw, that could jump-start his presidential campaign or end it right there

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sure things

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Recent Examples of throws

Verb

It is headed straight toward another SUV, driven by a medic for CHOP security, who immediately throws it in reverse and backs away to avoid the white Jeep, which is coming at it head on. — Sydney Brownstone, NPR, 2 Aug. 2026 Detroit could walk away with an above-average starter who throws something like 140 innings a year, an above-average everyday right fielder and at least a quality reliever if not another starter. — Keith Law, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026 In the finale, after shooting Crystal and Luke, Max throws them both in the hold and sets the boat on fire, with their father (Ron Perlman) left to burn in a cage on the deck. — Hunter Ingram, Variety, 1 Aug. 2026 He’s made a handful of acrobatic catches off deep-ball throws from Young during the first week. — Mike Kaye july 31, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026 The parents relate to the challenges of trying to be a good parent and juggle everything that life throws at you. — Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 31 July 2026 Yes, Lyssa withdraws her nomination for Surgeon General, her husband betrays her, and her oncologist best friend, Judith, throws herself into the Potomac during a Tashlich service. — Rhoda Feng, New Yorker, 31 July 2026 Shoutout to any restaurant that throws a few of those puppies in with the check. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 27 July 2026 Rapper and producer Jermaine Dupri throws the first pitch at the game between the Atlanta Braves and the San Diego Padres at Truist Park in Atlanta on July 22. — People Staff, PEOPLE, 25 July 2026

Noun

The defense, led by two terrific throws from Wilyer Abreu to get Ohtani and Andy Pages advancing to second on separate plays, added to the well-rounded win. — Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026 Fluff pillows, fold throws, and clear surfaces in one living space, and declutter small zones. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 25 July 2026 The collection will feature premium bedding ensembles, decorative pillows, throws and home accents designed to elevate everyday living. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 14 July 2026 The 6-foot-5, 200-pound Jackson showed off his big arm and the ability to make a variety of throws while also winning the accuracy challenge. — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 12 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for throws

Verb

Philip Marlowe as Chandler’s private eye is a smooth talking, whiskey-drinking character who tosses suggestive suggestions and 38 revolvers around with equal aplomb.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 23 July 2026
The grandfather is seen running around a few trees, but the bison soon catches up and tosses the helpless visitor eight feet in the air.

— Suzanne Yeo, ABC News, 13 July 2026

Definition of tosses

Verb

The Hour of the Star, in particular, drops us into the electric landscape of 1970s Brazil, following a young (ugly) girl’s love (situationship) with a rat of a boyfriend while weaving through themes of identity, inwardness, and social class.

— Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Adequate protein also matters, as do iron, zinc and vitamin D; these are commonly depleted when caloric intake drops sharply, which independently can lead to shedding.

— Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of drops

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The fifth-year pro is 100 percent aggressive, 100 percent of the time, taking wild gambles that result in either pick-sixes or soul-crushing defensive breakdowns.

— Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 28 July 2026
Both are good gambles for that 11-20 round range, when failing to sign a player doesn’t affect your bonus pool.

— Keith Law, New York Times, 15 July 2026

Definition of gambles

Verb

Whether your 9-to-5 job involves a rare combination of manual record keeping and precarious wilderness travel, or your idea of outdoor recreation includes journaling your day while remaining at the ready for whatever nature hurls at you, the all-new Pen-metheus equips you for it all.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 June 2026
Even when the wacky Halifax weather hurls the wildest of curveballs at the SailGP fleet, somehow Tom Slingsby and the irrepressible Australians ride their magic carpet of consummate skill and a decent dose of luck to lead the standings after the first day of the Canada Sail Grand Prix.

— Andrew Rice, New York Times, 21 June 2026

Definition of hurls

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Proponents argue this model lowers costs and accelerates career entry, addressing rising tuition and preparing students for the workforce.

— Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
Shade also lowers the temperature of the air moving through your yard, which helps the outdoor compressor run more efficiently.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 30 July 2026

Definition of lowers

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According to Trump’s 927-page annual financial disclosure report, the president earned over $1 billion from his cryptocurrency ventures and other businesses, part of a broader $2 billion haul in 2025 alone.

— Joshua Hong, Fortune, 4 Aug. 2026
Global also has stakes in numerous ventures, including Propagate and Range Media Partners, and is partnered with Vice Media in a joint venture, Vice TV.

— Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of ventures

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Its highly specialized strategy likely evolved to take advantage of the ant’s natural aggression and then overcome its defenses; the slingshot mechanism flings the ant from the foraging trail, reducing the risk that the spider will be swarmed by other workers, the researchers hypothesized.

— Mindy Weisberger, CNN Money, 23 June 2026
That pressure flings some of the hot gas outward in the form of a wind.

— Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 4 June 2026

Definition of flings

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Each seat then flattens down individually, its headrest sliding outward to create space to drop in the extension cushion that stores on the back of the seat.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 July 2026
Whether the fabric thins or the loop texture flattens after any cleaning attempt — the point to stop and call an upholstery professional.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026