tossing Definition
- 1throw (something) somewhere lightly, easily, or casually.
- 2move or cause to move from side to side or back and forth.
Using tossing: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tossing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She was tossing a ball to her dog.
Example
The waves were tossing the boat around.
Example
He tossed his keys onto the table.
tossing Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with tossing
toss and turn
to be unable to sleep soundly and continuously, often due to restlessness or discomfort
Example
I spent the whole night tossing and turning in bed.
toss-up
a situation in which the outcome is uncertain and could go either way
Example
It's a toss-up whether we'll win or lose the game.
toss off
to do something quickly and without much effort or thought
Example
He can just toss off a brilliant essay in an hour.
Summary: tossing in Brief
The verb 'tossing' [tôsiNG, täsiNG] means to throw something lightly or move it back and forth. It can refer to throwing a ball or object, or moving something from side to side. Common phrases include 'toss and turn,' meaning to be restless or uncomfortable while sleeping, 'toss-up,' meaning an uncertain outcome, and 'toss off,' meaning to do something quickly and without much effort.
