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
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
The Reds got a break in the second when catcher Austin Nola’s throw back to Musgrove hit Colin Moran’s bat, allowing Nick Senzel to advance a base to second.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 26, 2022
All he had to do was hit a few more steps, spread his arms, throw back his head and laugh into the lights.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 10, 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
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