throw down
Example Sentences
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First, after moving the ball into Seattle territory, Maye heaved a long throw down the left sideline that was tipped and wound up in the hands of cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
He could throw down a dunk, hit a 3-pointer, snare a crucial rebound and bottle up the other team’s best scorer, all in the same game.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
If anyone thought the Kings were hoping to stare across the ice, look the Oilers in the eyes and throw down the gauntlet, he wasn’t among them.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 28, 2024
They throw down a moral gauntlet to viewers, who must put themselves in his shoes.
From New York Times ● Mar. 14, 2024
“At Empire, in the city. One of Saleem’s friends put it together. So the young desis can throw down away from the prying eyes of our parents. It’s a surprise for Ayesha.”
From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed
