What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
throwoff
Example
I need to throw off this extra weight to run faster. [throw off: verb]
Example
The company decided to throw off its unprofitable division. [throwing off: gerund or present participle]
jettison
Example
The captain ordered the crew to jettison the cargo to lighten the load. [jettison: verb]
Example
The company had to jettison its expansion plans due to financial constraints. [jettisoning: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Throw off is more commonly used than jettison in everyday language, and it can be used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between throwoff and jettison?
Jettison is more formal and technical than throw off, and it is often used in specific contexts such as aviation or shipping.
