free throw
noun
free throws
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pluralof free throw.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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When Doncic returned as an opponent, Mavericks fans chanted “MVP” when the Lakers player shot free throws.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 23, 2026
He scored with just over a minute remaining to put the Knicks 90-88 up, and Josh Hart and OG Anunoby free throws extended the lead to four points.
From BBC ● Jun. 14, 2026
San Antonio's Stephon Castle made a pair of free throws but the Knicks came through, Anunoby rising highest from a scrum of Spurs defenders to clinch the win.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
You will often see Wembanyama close his eyes before free throws, visualizing the swish.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 1, 2026
The only thing that really matters is that out here in the driveway shooting free throws I feel closer to Dad.
From "The Crossover" by Kwame Alexander
