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
The ball ricocheted off the base off the wall and kicked cleanly to left fielder Evan Carter, whose relay throw back in forced Crawford to hold at third.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 24, 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
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
I walk to Claire’s bed, throw back the bottom corner of the spread, and slide my hand beneath the mattress.
From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson
