threw out

VERB

comment

Synonyms

WEAK

bring forward bring to light bring up chime in come out with declare deliver produce reveal say state suggest tell utter

Antonyms

WEAK

be quiet

Example Sentences

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A US federal judge on Friday threw out a series of restrictions placed by President Donald Trump's administration on legal immigration following last year's shooting of members of the National Guard by an Afghan immigrant.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Catcher Miguel Wong threw out a runner trying to steal second.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

It was this ruling that the Supreme Court threw out on Monday.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

The settlement announcement comes about a month after a judge threw out 10 of 13 allegations in Lively's case, including harassment and defamation.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

He sat very upright, threw out his chest, caressed his moustache and spoke in the manner of a practised speaker addressing a public meeting.

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie