throw on
phrasal verb
threw on; thrown on; throwing on; throws on
1
: to quickly put on (a piece of clothing)
She threw on her coat and ran out the door.
Let me throw some shoes on.
2
: to cause (something) to work by moving a switch
He threw on the lights.
Examples of throw on in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Simply throw on this linen set, and head out for a gorgeous summer day.
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Kirsten Chanel Webber, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024
In chilly weather, throw on an oversized bomber, varsity, or leather jacket and a pair of statement boots.
—Halie Lesavage, Glamour, 17 June 2024
To increase your odds of hitting a foot-patrol trophy, don’t be afraid to throw on some chest waders.
—Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 13 June 2024
Tournament officials threw on some loud music that pulsated through the stadium, and one shirtless guy jumped out of the seats and ran toward a sand bunker.
—The Arizona Republic, 12 June 2024
Noa was seized on October 7th from the Nova Music Festival, terrorized, thrown on the back of a motorcycle, and taken into Gaza.
—ABC News, 9 June 2024
With decorative buttons, a relaxed fit, and flattering midi length, the dress is easy to slip on and off, stylish enough to throw on top of a bathing suit, and, most importantly, lightweight enough to pack in your carry-on or duffel.
—Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 5 June 2024
Then throw on Sojos Retro Aviator Sunglasses during hot, sunny days.
—Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 27 May 2024
They are basically trapped inside these companies with the debt these companies throw on them.
—CBS News, 24 May 2024
Kirsten Chanel Webber, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024
In chilly weather, throw on an oversized bomber, varsity, or leather jacket and a pair of statement boots.
—Halie Lesavage, Glamour, 17 June 2024
To increase your odds of hitting a foot-patrol trophy, don’t be afraid to throw on some chest waders.
—Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 13 June 2024
Tournament officials threw on some loud music that pulsated through the stadium, and one shirtless guy jumped out of the seats and ran toward a sand bunker.
—The Arizona Republic, 12 June 2024
Noa was seized on October 7th from the Nova Music Festival, terrorized, thrown on the back of a motorcycle, and taken into Gaza.
—ABC News, 9 June 2024
With decorative buttons, a relaxed fit, and flattering midi length, the dress is easy to slip on and off, stylish enough to throw on top of a bathing suit, and, most importantly, lightweight enough to pack in your carry-on or duffel.
—Michelle Rostamian, Peoplemag, 5 June 2024
Then throw on Sojos Retro Aviator Sunglasses during hot, sunny days.
—Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 27 May 2024
They are basically trapped inside these companies with the debt these companies throw on them.
—CBS News, 24 May 2024
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“Throw on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/throw%20on. Accessed 27 Jun. 2024.
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