tossed Definition
- 1throw (something) somewhere lightly, easily, or casually
- 2move or cause to move from side to side or back and forth
- 3to mix ingredients by gently turning one part over another
Using tossed: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tossed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She tossed the ball to her friend.
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The ship was tossed by the waves.
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He tossed the salad with a light dressing.
tossed Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with tossed
tossed and turned
to be restless and unable to sleep
Example
I was so worried about the exam that I tossed and turned all night.
toss-up
a situation in which two possibilities are equally likely
Example
It's a toss-up whether we'll go to the beach or the park today.
toss your cookies
to vomit
Example
The smell of the garbage made me want to toss my cookies.
Summary: tossed in Brief
The verb 'tossed' [tɒst] means to throw something lightly or move it back and forth. It can also refer to mixing ingredients. Examples include 'She tossed the ball to her friend,' and 'He tossed the salad with a light dressing.' Phrases like 'tossed and turned' describe restlessness, while 'toss-up' denotes equal likelihood. 'Toss your cookies' is an informal phrase meaning to vomit.
