throw over

Example Sentences

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Earlier on, Chelsea keeper Robert Sanchez had tipped a Schade long throw over the bar even though nobody had appeared to touch it on the way through.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025

Does the pitcher throw over a second time, risking reaching the limit?

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2022

One of the gutsiest plays was a 14-yard throw over the middle to Tee Higgins on third down with 1:59 left.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 5, 2022

Mohammed Shami contrived to lob a throw over a team-mate's head when attempting some relay fielding and England ran four.

From BBC • Nov. 10, 2022

I pull it on quickly and grab a cardigan to throw over it.

From "Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda" by Becky Albertalli