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Throw

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Definitions for Throw

noun
the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
Examples
  1. the catcher made a good throw to second base
noun
a single chance or instance
Examples
  1. he couldn't afford $50 a throw
noun
the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
Synonyms
stroke cam stroke
noun
bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
noun
casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
Examples
  1. he risked his fortune on a throw of the dice
verb
propel through the air
Examples
  1. throw a frisbee
verb
move violently, energetically, or carelessly
Examples
  1. She threw herself forwards
verb
get rid of
Synonyms
shed cast cast off shake off throw off throw away drop
Examples
  1. he shed his image as a pushy boss
  2. shed your clothes
verb
place or put with great energy
Synonyms
thrust
Examples
  1. She threw the blanket around the child
  2. thrust the money in the hands of the beggar
verb
convey or communicate
Synonyms
give
Examples
  1. of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
  2. Throw a glance
  3. She gave me a dirty look
verb
cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
Synonyms
flip switch
Examples
  1. switch on the light
  2. throw the lever
verb
put or send forth
Synonyms
project cast contrive
Examples
  1. She threw the flashlight beam into the corner
  2. The setting sun threw long shadows
  3. cast a spell
  4. cast a warm light
verb
to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly
Examples
  1. Jane threw dinner together
  2. throw the car into reverse
verb
cause to be confused emotionally
Synonyms
bewilder bemuse discombobulate
verb
utter with force
Synonyms
hurl
Examples
  1. utter vehemently
  2. hurl insults
  3. throw accusations at someone
verb
organize or be responsible for
Synonyms
hold have make give
Examples
  1. hold a reception
  2. have, throw, or make a party
  3. give a course
verb
make on a potter's wheel
Examples
  1. she threw a beautiful teapot
verb
cause to fall off
Examples
  1. The horse threw its inexperienced rider
verb
throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
Examples
  1. Throw a six
verb
be confusing or perplexing to
Synonyms
confuse fox befuddle fuddle bedevil confound discombobulate
Examples
  1. cause to be unable to think clearly
  2. These questions confuse even the experts
  3. This question completely threw me
  4. This question befuddled even the teacher

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