throw in the towel, throw caution to the wind(s), throw someone under the bus

Formal and Informal Expressions of threw

In different contexts, you can replace 'threw' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'hurl, cast' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'chuck, toss' is a commonplace synonym.

threw: Explore its Definition & Usage

threw Definition

past tense of throw: to cause something to go through the air with force, especially by a movement of the arm.

Using threw: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "threw" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

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She threw the ball to her friend.
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He threw his phone in anger.
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The athlete threw the javelin over 80 meters.
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I threw my clothes in the laundry basket.

threw Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for threw

Phrases with threw

throw in the towel
to give up or quit, especially after a long struggle
Example
After years of trying to make it as an actor, he finally threw in the towel and went back to school.
throw caution to the wind(s)
to take a risk without worrying about the consequences
Example
She decided to throw caution to the wind and quit her job to travel the world.
throw someone under the bus
to betray or sacrifice someone for personal gain or to avoid blame
Example
He threw his colleague under the bus to save himself from getting fired.

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Summary: threw in Brief

'Threw' [θruː] is the past tense of 'throw,' meaning to propel something through the air with force, typically using one's arm. Examples include 'She threw the ball to her friend' and 'He threw his phone in anger.' Phrases like 'throw in the towel' and 'throw caution to the wind(s)' denote giving up or taking risks, while 'throw someone under the bus' implies betrayal.