Synonym: cast, chuck, fling, flip, heave, hurl, pitch, sling, toss. Similar words: throw up, throw off, throw away, throat, through, bathroom, go through, get through. Meaning: [θrəʊ] n. 1. the act of throwing (propelling something through the air with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist) 2. a single chance or instance 3. the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam 4. bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something 5. casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly. v. 1. project through the air 2. move violently, energetically, or carelessly 3. get rid of 4. place or put with great energy 5. convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture 6. cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation 7. put or send forth 8. to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly 9. cause to be confused emotionally 10. utter with force; utter vehemently 11. organize or be responsible for 12. make on a potter's wheel 13. cause to fall off 14. throw (a die) out onto a flat surface 15. be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly.
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121. Sabine was sorely tempted to throw her drink in his face.
122. So when are you going to throw away those old magazines of yours?
123. He often tries to throw his weight about, but it doesn't have much effect.
124. We live a stone's throw from/within a stone's throw of here.
125. These discoveries may throw new light on the origins of the universe.
126. We ran flat out for about half a mile before we could throw them off.
127. Throw your gun down and put your hands in the air.
128. The belt may make a squealing noise and throw off sooty black particles of rubber.
129. The young tennis player is unlikely to throw off the more experienced competitor.
130. It's possible to throw the computer program out of joint by typing in nonsense.
131. He had to throw out a few drunks who were causing trouble in the bar.
132. I've got boxes of old clothes in the attic, which I really should throw out.
133. Do you still want these magazines, or can I throw them out?
134. She'll throw a fit when she sees the mess you've made.
135. You've spent three years studying - don't throw it all away.
136. A bad result is sure to throw a spanner in the works.
137. It was a last desperate throw of the dice to save his marriage.
138. I don't know what it is about John,(sentencedict.com) but women just seem to throw themselves at him.
139. I had to throw a meal together at the last minute.
140. Most applications software for personal computers cost over $500 a throw.
141. He tried to throw police off the track of his lover.
142. If you get caught they'll throw the book at you!
143. Don't just throw your clothes on the floor - pick them up!
144. Police should have the power to fine people who hamper rescue efforts. In fact I'd throw them into prison for a night.
145. They tend to throw money at problems without trying to work out the best solution.
146. Missing more than one night's sleep can throw your body out of kilter.
147. Nato was accused of trying to throw a cordon sanitaire around Russia.
148. I just wanted to throw myself into his arms and cry.
149. He was clearly guilty and could only throw himself on the mercy of the court.
150. I can't tell my parents - they'd throw a fit!
More similar words: throw up, throw off, throw away, throat, through, bathroom, go through, get through, all through, throughout, run through, fall through, cut through, come through, put through, look through, pass through, pull through, break through, carry through, follow through, row, drown, brown, frown, grow, crowd, harrow, grow up, grow on.