throw
verb (used with object)
to propel or cast in any way, especially to project or propel from the hand by a sudden forward motion or straightening of the arm and wrist.
am throwing
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present progressiveof throw (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“I am throwing myself into Jackson’s race in a way I never could have for Platner, and I know other people are, too,” she said.
From Salon ● Sep. 7, 2026
"I am throwing in the shoes. I’m retiring," he said at the time.
From Fox News ● Jan. 3, 2022
“Keep my arm strong or improve my arm strength at this level. I feel like it paid off. I am throwing the ball well and staying strong.”
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 30, 2019
But I am throwing out all of my safe, practical rules for this bag and loving it anyway, simply because of the way it looks.
From The Verge ● Feb. 1, 2018
"I always am throwing them away," said Barbara.
From We Girls: a Home Story by A. D. T. (Adeline Dutton Train) Whitney
