Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

throw out



Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

The farm’s lawyer said it was in compliance, and insisted there was no “bad cheese” to throw out.

From Salon Jun. 22, 2026

They even came within a couple feet of scoring in the second inning, but the Rays pulled off a trick play to throw out Kyle Tucker at home.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 17, 2026

They can either confirm the charges, in which case a full trial takes place, throw out the case and free El Hishri, or change the charges he faces.

From Barron's May 19, 2026

Investors “better throw out their old market playbooks, because the rules have changed,” Singh added.

From MarketWatch Apr. 23, 2026

The oils were much more expensive than the tinctures; it was devastating when she had to throw out a batch because she couldn’t remember whether she’d added the spruce.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover




Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Join 12,000,000 vocabulary learners

Start learning new words today on VocabTrainer.
You'll remember them forever.

Start training