THROW IN Synonyms: 96 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈthrō-ˌin

Definition of throw-in

as in bonus

something given in addition to what is ordinarily expected or owed anyone who buys a book today will get a bookmark as a throw-in

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verb

as in to kick in

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Recent Examples of throw-in

Noun

Como said at under-10 level, there will be no heading in training or matches, with throw-ins instead taken by passing the ball along the ground, and corners replaced by throws which are played on the floor. — Leon Imber, New York Times, 26 July 2026 There’s a thing in this league for wanting to be somewhere, for someone wanting you, not just some throw-in piece that people might think. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026

Verb

And sure, why not throw in some Alexander Borodin and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky? — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 26 June 2026 The main event was an all-timer as fan-favorite Justin Gaethje forced previously unbeaten champion Ilia Topuria’s team to throw in the towel. — Andrew Greif, NBC news, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for throw-in

Recent Examples of Synonyms for throw-in

Noun

This may literally come in the form of a settlement, bonus, assets or an inheritance — or could be a good time to meet with a financial advisor to get you on track.

— Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 9 Aug. 2026
Niewiadoma-Phinney started Sunday’s stage eight seconds behind Vollering, who got a time bonus for winning the stage.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of bonus

Noun

Trees are more than a gift to communities, according to new research from the University of Illinois and Professor William Sullivan's team.

— Tara Molina, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
People may respond more warmly to you, but the real gift is feeling more at home in your own presence.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of gift

Verb

How to get free Insomnia Cookies Insomnia Cookies is giving away six-packs of cookies to incoming college freshmen who are slated to graduate in 2030.

— Greta Cross, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2026
Steve and Connie Ballmer have given away more than $8 billion during the past two decades, and founded the Ballmer Group in 2015.

— Sydney Lake, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of give away

Verb

Cubs closer Jacob Webb picked up the save on 13 pitches in the ninth.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 8 Aug. 2026
The City of Los Angeles has also pitched in to relief efforts, with Mayor Karen Bass declaring a state of emergency and sending mobile health care clinics to the neighborhood.

— Celina Tebor, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of pitch in

Verb

Many families shoulder the burden by chipping in to pay for home care, which costs about $38 an hour, according to AARP.

— Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026
Demand for memory chips in data centers being built to power AI is causing the shortage and sending prices soaring.

— Sebastian Herrera, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of chip in

Verb

The Sacramento County Bicycle Advisory Committee presented a report to the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday highlighting areas advocates say are among the most dangerous for people who bike and walk.

— James Taylor, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
Its final act closes the circle, bringing the action back to Sicilia and to the grieving king, whom Paulina presents with a statue of his lost queen.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2026

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