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Vocabulary Entry
throw
|verb • noun • verb • verb
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V
verb
To propel something with force through the air by a movement of the arm and hand.
Example Sentences
"She decided to throw the ball to her dog."
"He can throw a frisbee over fifty yards."
"During the game, they throw the ball back and forth."
N
noun
An act of throwing something.
Example Sentences
"He made a great throw during the match."
"That was a perfect throw to first base."
"Her throw won her the gold medal in the competition."
V
verb
To cause something to be in a particular state or condition, often in a sudden or chaotic way.
Example Sentences
"The unexpected question threw me off guard."
"They were thrown into confusion by the sudden change of plans."
"Don't throw away your chance to succeed."
V
verb
To discard or dispose of something.
Example Sentences
"Please throw the trash in the bin."
"He decided to throw out old clothes he no longer wore."
"After the party, they threw away all the leftover food."