a throw

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Massey later defended her shot put title with a throw of 52-9.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Seahawks safety Julian Love soon intercepted a throw from New England quarterback Drake Maye, and the Patriots never recovered.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

And at that point, he simply couldn’t resist launching a throw deep down the field.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

It is also shown in the increase in the average length of a throw.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2025

"It's ten bucks, chief. I tole ya that. Ten bucks for a throw, fifteen bucks till noon. I tole ya that."

From "The Catcher in the Rye" by J. D. Salinger