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

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

From Slate • May 19, 2026

In February, the Supreme Court threw out Trump’s worldwide tariffs, leaving more product-specific tariffs in place.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 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

Jonathan opened the backpack, threw out the dry leaves he had gathered, and gave Abby one of the two remaining juice packs.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret