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Meaning of the word throwing in English

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throwing

Verb

1.

propel (something) with force through the air by a movement of the arm and hand.

Example:
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I threw a brick through the window
Synonym:
hurl toss fling pitch cast lob launch flip catapult shy dash aim direct project propel send bowl chuck heave sling buzz whang bung peg hoy bish
Antonym:
catch hold
2.

send suddenly into a particular state or condition.

Example:
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he threw all her emotions into turmoil

Noun

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Related Word:
throw throw-in throw on throw in throw out throw away throw up