throw over

verb

threw over; thrown over; throwing over; throws over

transitive verb

1

: to forsake despite bonds of attachment or duty

2

: to refuse to accept : reject

Synonyms

• balk (at)
• decline
• deselect
• disapprove
• negative
• nix
• pass
• pass up
• refuse
• reject
• reprobate
• repudiate
• spurn
• throw out
• turn down

Examples of throw over in a Sentence

if the U.S. Senate throws over the treaty, the President's prestige will be in shambles

Recent Examples on the Web

Emde as Vera tears across Cologne in red leather boots, a Shearling jacket thrown over a bright yellow top and green miniskirt, her Indian bead purse swinging wildly. —Scott Roxborough, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Feb. 2025

Drape Over Furniture Draping a favorite throw over the couch for easy accessibility and decorative purposes is another ideal way to store blankets that are used often. —Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 5 Jan. 2025

The Sultan this morning/afternoon is in full military regalia, a green jacket with tassels thrown over the shoulder and a military cap, his usual outfit for hosting. —Noah Goldberg, Los Angeles Times, 1 Feb. 2025

The only way participants can be eliminated is if they’re thrown over the top rope and both of their feet hit the ground. —Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 1 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1835, in the meaning defined at sense 1