throw out

Example Sentences

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

From Literature

A federal judge last month threw out the charge that was the basis for the Justice Department to seek a death sentence against Mangione.

From The Wall Street Journal

The problem is that investors and market outsiders often take him at his word, when he’s merely throwing out options, and thus overreact.

From Los Angeles Times

Superior Court Judge threw out the suit in September 2025, calling it “an ill-disguised motion to win so they can demolish the home.”

From Los Angeles Times

When she finished the drink, she couldn’t find anywhere to throw out the plastic cup.

From The Wall Street Journal