Example Sentences

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Rubner commented that the sheer amount of money investors have been throwing at markets this year is more than they’ve ever seen before, and not down to a few wild days, but “persistent” activity:

From MarketWatch • Feb. 19, 2026

But while authorities have been warning residents to stay indoors as Cyclone Alfred approaches, die-hard surfers have been throwing caution to the increasing wind.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2025

Quinn pointed to physicality as well, as something that could have been throwing off Loyd on drives and in the paint.

From Seattle Times • May 19, 2024

After leaving the padlocks, people have been throwing the keys in the canyon.

From Washington Times • Oct. 13, 2023

“For thousands of years, you humans have been throwing in everything as you come across—hopes, dreams, wishes that never came true. Irresponsible waste management, if you ask me.”

From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan