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threw

[throo] / θru /




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“Fast forward approximately 30 years later,” Hunt says, “Kansas City threw its hat in the ring in a big way.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

In a high-profile visit in May, French President Emmanuel Macron threw his support behind Pashinyan, embracing the Armenian leader as a dear friend.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

With no time to grab his bear spray, Crago said he threw up his right arm to try to shield himself instead.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

"Mexico, Mexico!" crowds shouted as they threw their arms in the air, many dressed in the bright green jersey of the Mexican national team.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

With trembling hands, Betsie, Cocky, and I threw a long tablecloth over it and started laying five places for tea.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom



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