throw back
Example Sentences
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He backtracked desperately, and the throw back to the infield skidded past second baseman Ozzie Albies.
From Washington Times • Oct. 9, 2023
It was exciting to throw guitars on a Bollywood moment, and then throw back to an old Japanese song from the '60s that I love.
From Salon • May 1, 2023
Fishers are required to measure lobsters from eyes to tail and must throw back the crustaceans if they’re too large or too small.
From Seattle Times • Feb. 6, 2023
Beyond the heavy oak door with its groaning iron hinges, members gather to throw back hot takes while waiters at tableside carve thick slabs of conventional wisdom.
From Washington Post • Nov. 11, 2022
The instructor told him to just throw back his head, bring up his feet and allow himself to lie on his back on the water.
From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli
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