Pronunciation

/θruː/

Definitions

• Verb: (n) The act of casting, sending, or propelling something with force in a particular direction; (v) To dispose of or give away (something, typically a possession or responsibility); (n) An act or instance of throwing.
• Noun: The act of throwing something; a gesture or motion made when throwing.
• Adjective: Intended or directed; as in “throwing a ball to a friend.”

Phrases

• “Throw something at/to someone” (to aim and propel an object towards someone)
• “Throw in the towel” (to give up)
• “Throw a party” (to organize a social event)

Example Sentences

• Verb: “She threw the ball to her teammate, who caught it easily.”
• Noun: “The children were playing a game of catch, throwing the ball back and forth.”
• Adjective: “His strong throwing arm allowed him to dominate the pitching position.”

Synonyms

• Toss
• hurl -甩 (in Chinese)
• toss
• fling
• pitch (for sports)
• discharge (responsibility)
• abandon (idea or plan)

Antonyms

• Catch
• Receive
• Keep

Idiomatic expressions

• “Throw caution to the wind” (to take risks without concern for consequences)
• “Throw oneself on one’s sword” (to accept defeat gracefully)
• “Throw a curveball” (to do something unexpected or confusing)