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They were on track for a big lead after reaching 65-1 in their second innings, but again threw away five wickets in quick succession to leave Australia chasing 205 which they achieved with ease.

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"It's a twist on the old 'Mom threw away my comics' story."

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That is a little bit comforting on a day like Thursday, when the market throws away a hefty early gain.

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The Church on the Hill pub in Glasgow is just a stone's throw away from Hampden and a piper welcomed hundreds of revellers ahead of kick-off.

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He gathered the papers in both hands, crumpled them up, and carried them to the kitchen to throw away.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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