THREW IN Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

threw in

verb

past tense of throw in

as in gave away

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Lizzo gave away copies of her book to students in kindergarten through third grade at the school.

— Leondra Head, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
Nitish Reddy gave away 19 runs in the 20th, with Hope reaching his century with a six off the last ball.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of gave away

Verb

Michael MacIvor was hit in the back of the head with a blunt object and kicked in the midsection before being strangled.

— CBS Miami Team, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
The details play like a movie, the tender indie sort, a period piece, a portrait of the nation before the 1960s truly kicked in.

— Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of kicked in

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Former Rams quarterback Jared Goff pitched in, as did Mike Attanasio, a son of Brewers owner Mark Attanasio.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
She’s specifically pitched in by working with For Goodness Sakes, Peace Over Violence and the Violence Intervention Program.

— Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of pitched in

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VanVleet chipped in six points with 11 assists in his return after missing last season recovering from a torn ACL.

— CBS News, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
Lincoln finished with four points, while Thomas, an Allen High alum, chipped in six points and six rebounds.

— Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of chipped in

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About 76% of Union County residents reported high well-being, compared with about 61% in Gaston County, according to findings presented this month by the UNC Charlotte Urban Institute as part of its State of Our Region research.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 24 Oct. 2026
The inaugural show is curated by Cecilia Alemani, who is in charge of the public art program presented by the High Line in New York City, and was the artistic director of the 59th Venice Biennale.

— Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of presented

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During his funeral last year, he was described as a selfless colleague, dedicated public servant and someone who regularly volunteered for the most dangerous assignments.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 Oct. 2026
Federal prosecutors say Cathcart was an umpire, including at Little League baseball games organized through the Waterford Coaches Association, and volunteered for youth hockey.

— DeJanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

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