throw off
Example Sentences
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It’s unclear when he’ll throw off the mound next.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
The German was supposed to be the elite coach who would make the difference when it mattered, throw off the perceived cloak of conservatism that held back England under Southgate.
From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2026
It’s not as if its overtime will throw off any other shows since “The Late Late Show” and “After Midnight” preceded it in death.
From Salon ● May 21, 2026
These tests might make sense for high-risk patients, Klemes says, but they can throw off false positives and often require follow-up testing to make a definitive diagnosis.
From Barron's ● May 21, 2026
I waited for Mother to throw off the quilt and scold us.
From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson
