throwing out

verb

Definition of throwing outnext
present participle of throw out
1
as in dismissing
to drive or force out the player was thrown out of the game after assaulting the ref

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2
as in dumping
to get rid of as useless or unwanted would you mind if I threw out that leftover pizza that's been in the fridge for two weeks?

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3
as in radiating
to throw or give off the charcoal grill is throwing out big billows of black smoke

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4
as in refusing
to show unwillingness to accept, do, engage in, or agree to he'll throw out any acting offers that don't meet his standards

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for throwing out
  1. dismissing
  2. dumping
  3. radiating
  4. casting
  5. discarding
  6. releasing
  7. emitting
  8. losing
Verb
  • Top Stories Just before Christmas, Biden egregiously commuted the sentences of 37 out of 40 death row inmates, dismissing years of careful work by prosecutors, judges, and juries.
    The Editors, National Review, 6 Jan. 2025
  • The company stuck to its core DVD rental model while dismissing opportunities to innovate on the periphery.
    ByMargie Warrell, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of dismissing
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  • On the day of Modi’s visit, Mishra complained to him about the government’s failure to prevent cities and towns from dumping raw sewage into the Ganges.
    Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 2 Jan. 2025
  • Strict regulations prevent dumping waste into the canal to maintain water quality for drinking and cooking.
    Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of dumping
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  • Those affected may have chronic low back pain, stiffness, and radiating pain into the buttocks or legs, aggravated by activities that involve bending or lifting.
    Sarah Jividen, Health, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Beyond the dust of Liverpool’s dock road and the huge lorries rolling in and out of the city’s port, the glass panels of Everton’s new home at the Bramley-Moore Dock sparkle impressively, radiating ambition.
    Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of radiating
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  • Speaking of voters, as one of the 50 AP voters, I am stressed about casting my ballot for league MVP this year.
    Dianna Russini, The Athletic, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Republicans often invoke Soros's name in campaign rhetoric, casting him as a symbol of elite liberal influence.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of casting
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  • Add the marinated tenderloin, discarding marinade, and sear about 3 minutes on all sides until browned and crusty.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
  • That stability, in and of itself, counsels against discarding the presidential election system for any but the most compelling of reasons.
    The Editors, National Review, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of discarding
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  • After releasing their independent debut record in 1987, Jane’s released their major label debut, Nothing’s Shocking, in 1988.
    Aaron Gilbreath, SPIN, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Morgan Wallen treated his fans to a New Year's Eve surprise by releasing a new song.
    George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of releasing
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  • Pictures and video included with that post showed the helicopter burning in a field, emitting dark black plumes of smoke.
    Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
  • But this process comes with a hefty environmental cost, relying on fossil fuels and emitting greenhouse gases.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Dec. 2024
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  • Intel, the 56-year-old chipmaker co-founded by industry pioneers Gordon Moore and Robert Noyce and legendary investor Arthur Rock, had its worst year since going public in 1971, losing 61% of its value.
    Ari Levy,Kif Leswing, CNBC, 31 Dec. 2024
  • Since losing to Northern Illinois in early September, the Fighting Irish have won 11 consecutive games.
    Tim Casey, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of losing
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