as in bonus
something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed
anyone who buys a book today will get a bookmark as a throw-in
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as in to kick in
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Recent Examples of throw-in
Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 10 Dec. 2024
Here’s an example of something similar from a throw-in.
—Michael Cox, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
Ben Travers, IndieWire, 9 Jan. 2025
Fans were quick to comment on the post, offering their congratulations to the couple, both 29, as well as throwing in a few jokes towards the Chiefs quarterback.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The deal also delivered Achiuwa, who is proving to be much more than a throw-in.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 10 Dec. 2024
Here’s an example of something similar from a throw-in.
—Michael Cox, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024
Verb
Whigham is the clear standout, bringing his everyman charms to a good ol’ boy who can match any tough talk thrown in his direction (and top it with action, as necessary), while Dane DeHaan and Jai Courtney stick with extreme and mild versions of deranged to equally forgettable effect.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 9 Jan. 2025
Fans were quick to comment on the post, offering their congratulations to the couple, both 29, as well as throwing in a few jokes towards the Chiefs quarterback.
—Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for throw-in
Noun
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Tucker, the 5th overall player taken in that draft, was given a $4 million signing bonus by the Astros.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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His signing bonus of $45,000 is almost 70 times the median annual income of his fellow Ugandans.—
Greg Presto,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
Verb
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In it, the burglar, who wore a dark hoodie and backpack, appears to kick in the wooden front door before making off with valuable items, including designer shoes and a collection of Taiwanese whiskey.—
Libor Jany,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Jan. 2025
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Here was this football life force, spilling his soul during his introductory news conference, talking about kicking in teeth and biting off kneecaps and fixing a team that hadn’t won a thing in 30 years.—
Zak Keefer,
The Athletic,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Raising a child is a gift, and there isn’t a more deserving couple of that privilege than you.—
Anna Moeslein,
Parents,
21 Jan. 2025
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We have been treated very badly from this foolish gift that should have never been made, and Panama's promise to us has been broken.—
Saman Shafiq,
USA TODAY,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Some of the world’s biggest companies take over cafes, shops and restaurants and build temporary meeting and event spaces for the week — and their branding often gives away what’s top of mind for business leaders.—
Arjun Kharpal,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2025
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The government gave away 1 million marijuana plants to households as the law took effect.—
Richard C. Paddock,
New York Times,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Companies paying high dividends may reduce or eliminate payouts during economic downturns, leaving you without a crucial income source.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Pickman: Playing the fourth quarter to a target winning score (11 points from the leader after three quarters) paid immediate dividends.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
17 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Gonsolin and May did not throw a pitch in MLB last season due to injury, and hey will likely have to be eased back into the rotation.—
Chantz Martin,
Fox News,
18 Jan. 2025
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Tyler Glasnow, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Shohei Ohtani — who's scheduled to return to pitching in May — would be the number-1 starter on most teams.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
18 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Chloe Lee chipped in seven, and Riley Dela Fuente added six.—
Christian Babcock,
The Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2025
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Schwarzenegger is one of many to chip in big dollar signs for Los Angeles fire relief; DreamWorks co-founder Jeffrey Katzenberg and his wife Marilyn pledged $5 million to the Motion Picture & Television Foundation on Wednesday.—
Zoe G. Phillips,
The Hollywood Reporter,
22 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Partnering with The Lipstick Lesbians, brands like Haus Labs by Lady Gaga are forging important new connections with consumers The beauty industry is always evolving, presenting an extraordinary opportunity for brands to connect with consumers in innovative and authentic ways.—
Jane Hanson,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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The announcement of the performers was made Friday morning by the Recording Academy, under whose auspices the Grammys are presented.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Throw-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/throw-in. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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