Thesaurus: throws

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1. n the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist) n a single chance or instance n the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam n bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something n casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly v propel through the air v move violently, energetically, or carelessly v get rid of v place or put with great energy v convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture v cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation v put or send forth v to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly v cause to be confused emotionally v utter with force; utter vehemently v organize or be responsible for v make on a potter's wheel v cause to fall off v throw (a die) out onto a flat surface v be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly