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Recent Examples of throws off
Blue Light Isn’t Actually the Main Problem The popular explanation — that blue light suppresses melatonin and throws off your circadian clock — is real but incomplete.
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Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
What’s meant to feel relaxed and inviting often throws off the proportions and limits how the space can actually function.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
In addition to the nausea and vomiting, scientists speculate appetite loss is also due to systemic stress that throws off the hormones that regulate hunger.
—Brad Stulberg, Outside, 26 Mar. 2026
The spin is being closely watched as a statement on the future of cable, which throws off significant cash but has been in rapid decline as viewers migrate to streaming.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Jan. 2026
But China has not made such statements, and there’s still a risk that the two strongmen can’t see eye to eye or a rogue comment throws off the delicate detente.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Perhaps an unexpected expense throws off your budget, or you’re no longer inspired by a recent investment.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
An algae bloom throws off the balance of the ecosystem that keeps the water clear and fish and other aquatic life healthy.
—Charlotte Germane, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2025
Lack of ample sleep throws off your body's internal clock, triggering a surge in stress hormones that cause blood vessels to narrow and blood pressure to rise.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 19 Sep. 2025
Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 13 Apr. 2026
What’s meant to feel relaxed and inviting often throws off the proportions and limits how the space can actually function.
—Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 3 Apr. 2026
In addition to the nausea and vomiting, scientists speculate appetite loss is also due to systemic stress that throws off the hormones that regulate hunger.
—Brad Stulberg, Outside, 26 Mar. 2026
The spin is being closely watched as a statement on the future of cable, which throws off significant cash but has been in rapid decline as viewers migrate to streaming.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Jan. 2026
But China has not made such statements, and there’s still a risk that the two strongmen can’t see eye to eye or a rogue comment throws off the delicate detente.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Perhaps an unexpected expense throws off your budget, or you’re no longer inspired by a recent investment.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
An algae bloom throws off the balance of the ecosystem that keeps the water clear and fish and other aquatic life healthy.
—Charlotte Germane, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Sep. 2025
Lack of ample sleep throws off your body's internal clock, triggering a surge in stress hormones that cause blood vessels to narrow and blood pressure to rise.
—Md Published, Verywell Health, 19 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for throws off
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Using proprietary technology, such as its allocation engine, Debrand facilitates the management of unsellable inventory and returns—something the Canadian hub said diverts textile waste from landfills and promotes circularity in the fashion industry, as evidenced by the brand case studies.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
28 Apr. 2026
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Both charming decoration and functional solution, the rain chain diverts rainwater from the roof and gutters, transforming it into a beautiful water feature.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Their romance distracts Berlin, who is usually focused and more emotionally detached.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
15 May 2026
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Trump is renowned for his transanctionalism and willingness to deal with anybody if the dollar signs are there, but, when immigrants are involved, his interest in exclusion distracts him from the bottom line.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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If the expansion detracts somehow from the SARA cult fever, the co-owners are OK with that.—
Senior Wine Critic,
San Francisco Chronicle,
15 June 2017
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“Throws off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throws%20off. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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