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