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throws

  • plural
    of throw.
    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.
  • present tense form
    of throw (3rd person singular).
    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.

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McKinney acknowledged he can’t do anything about a lack of housing as city attorney, but he can better manage the way L.A. throws resources at the problem.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 23, 2026

Victor Wembanyama made just one basket in 13 attempts for the Spurs but contributed 13 rebounds and six blocked shots and scored 12 points largely thanks to 10 free throws.

From BBC ● Oct. 21, 2026

‘The Strange Case’. . . throws the emphasis on the word ‘case,’ but Stevenson’s actual title puts its burden on ‘strange.’

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026

Felipe taught himself how to program as a teenager and is developing his own game, although he acknowledges that working in Cuba throws up constant obstacles.

From Barron's ● Oct. 13, 2026

Sam catches it and throws it to Karly.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler