threw

word · lemma: throw

/ˈθɹu/
throo
/θɹˈuː/
throo

Definition

Past tense of 'throw'. It means moved something through the air with your hand or suddenly sent or put something somewhere by force.

Usage & Nuances

Often used for physical actions: 'throw a ball', 'throw a stone'. It also appears in common expressions like 'throw a party', 'throw away', and 'throw someone off' with different meanings. Learners often confuse 'throw' with 'drop': 'throw' is intentional, while 'drop' is usually accidental.

Example Sentences

He threw the ball to his sister.

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She threw the old papers away.

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The angry man threw a chair.

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She threw a party for her best friend last weekend.

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His question threw me off, and I forgot what I wanted to say.

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I threw on a jacket and ran outside.

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