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throws

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

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Throws fastballs in the 90s and also hits bombs.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 15, 2026

Appeared in the January 14, 2026, print edition as 'The PGA Tour Throws Open Doors for LIV Defectors to Return'.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 12, 2026

Throws that made contact with another octopus were relatively strong and often occurred when the thrower was displaying a uniform dark or medium body colour.

From Scientific American • Nov. 10, 2022

Breakdown: Throws well on the move and is a cool-headed leader and good athlete.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 24, 2022

Free Throws It only takes me Four mouthfuls to finish the dessert.

From "The Crossover" by Kwame Alexander